Sans Contrasted Asgad 17 is a light, narrow, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, elegant, modern, refined, premium feel, editorial tone, space saving, modern elegance, display clarity, airy, crisp, delicate, minimal, vertical.
This typeface presents a slender, vertical build with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, clean terminals that read as sans in spirit while still showing calligraphic contrast. Curves are smooth and controlled, with compact internal counters and a tight overall fit that creates a clean, column-like rhythm in words. Capitals feel tall and composed, while the lowercase maintains a relatively generous x-height for the style, keeping forms clear even as hairlines become very fine. Numerals follow the same refined contrast and narrow stance, producing a consistent, disciplined texture across mixed alphanumeric settings.
It is well suited to headlines, magazine-style layouts, and brand-driven typography where a refined, high-contrast texture is desirable. It can also work for posters, packaging, and logotypes where a slim, elegant voice helps conserve space while maintaining presence.
The overall tone is polished and contemporary, with a fashion/editorial sophistication driven by its sharp contrast and airy hairlines. It feels poised and premium rather than casual, projecting restraint, clarity, and a slightly dramatic elegance.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, premium sans expression through extreme contrast and tall, space-efficient proportions, providing an editorial voice that stays clean and uncluttered. Its consistent modulation and restrained detailing suggest a focus on sophisticated display use and polished brand applications.
In text, the tight proportions and strong vertical stress create a sleek, high-end texture that benefits from comfortable sizes and good contrast against the background. The design’s thin strokes and compact spacing give it a precise, almost architectural cadence, especially in titles and short phrases.