Sans Contrasted Ofmad 5 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book design, magazines, branding, posters, editorial, classic, refined, formal, authoritative, editorial polish, classic tone, premium branding, strong hierarchy, elegant display, sharp, crisp, bracketed, calligraphic, tapered.
This typeface presents as a crisp, contrasty text face with clear thick–thin modulation and tapered terminals. Letterforms show bracketed, wedge-like finishing and a controlled, slightly calligraphic stroke logic, with strong vertical stress and clean, open counters. Capitals are proportionally steady and dignified, while the lowercase maintains a readable rhythm with a compact, traditional structure and distinct joins. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with elegant curves and pronounced thin links that emphasize a polished texture in text.
It performs especially well in headlines, deck copy, and editorial layouts where contrast and crisp detailing can be appreciated. It also suits book titling, magazine typography, and brand identities that aim for a classic, premium voice; in larger sizes its sharp terminals and stroke modulation become a key stylistic asset.
The overall tone feels editorial and traditional, projecting refinement and authority rather than casual friendliness. Its sharp contrasts and precise terminals give it a composed, bookish seriousness, suitable for content that wants to feel established and carefully set.
The design intention appears to be a contemporary, high-contrast text/display hybrid that borrows classical proportions and finishing while keeping forms clean and straightforward for modern composition. It prioritizes a refined texture, strong hierarchy, and an elegant, authoritative presence in setting.
In the sample text, the face builds a dark, confident paragraph color at larger sizes, with noticeable sparkle from the thin strokes and tapered details. Diagonal forms (like V/W/X) read as bold and sculpted, while curved letters (C/G/O/Q) emphasize the high-contrast drawing and tight curvature control.