Sans Contrasted Tidu 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, posters, packaging, editorial, refined, fashion, contemporary, artful, distinct identity, editorial impact, premium tone, display clarity, high-contrast, monoline hairlines, flared terminals, asymmetric stress, calligraphic.
A high-contrast sans with elegant hairlines and abrupt, ink-trap-like joins that create sharp transitions between thick and thin strokes. Curves often show asymmetric stress and open counters, while many straight strokes terminate with subtle flares rather than true serifs, giving a crisp, sculpted finish. Proportions vary noticeably across the alphabet—rounds are generous, some letters run narrow, and capitals sit tall and airy—producing a lively, display-oriented rhythm. Lowercase forms keep a clean, upright structure with a moderate x-height and a mix of geometric bowls and slightly calligraphic detailing at joins and terminals.
Best suited to headlines, deck type, and short-form statements where its contrast and distinctive forms can read as a deliberate stylistic choice. It can add a premium, contemporary feel to magazine layouts, brand wordmarks, packaging, and cultural posters, especially when given ample size and spacing.
The overall tone is refined and editorial, pairing modern minimalism with a hint of couture drama. Its sharp contrast and stylized joins feel premium and intentional, evoking fashion headlines, cultural institutions, and contemporary branding rather than utilitarian text settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern high-fashion sans voice: clean and upright in structure, but sharpened with dramatic contrast and distinctive terminal behavior for strong identity in display use.
Several glyphs lean on distinctive, simplified constructions—particularly in curved letters and diagonals—which enhances recognizability at large sizes. The very thin strokes and tight pinch points can visually soften or break down at small sizes or on low-resolution output, so generous sizes and careful rendering help preserve its crispness.