Sans Contrasted Obta 1 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, branding, posters, elegant, classic, refined, luxury appeal, editorial tone, display impact, classic revival, didone-like, hairline, tapered, vertical stress, crisp.
A high-contrast display serif with tall proportions, crisp joins, and pronounced hairline-to-stem transitions. The letterforms favor vertical emphasis and clean, sharp terminals, with small wedge-like serifs and tapered strokes that create a sculpted, calligraphic-to-Didone feel. Curves are smooth and controlled, counters are relatively open, and diagonals (notably in V/W/X/Y) are narrow and steep, reinforcing a condensed, vertical rhythm. Numerals follow the same contrast and elegance, with delicate thin sections and strong main strokes.
This font suits headlines, magazine typography, and brand identities that want a luxurious, high-fashion voice. It works well for posters, packaging, and titling where the sharp contrast and tapered details can be appreciated, and where a sophisticated, classic tone is desired.
The overall tone is polished and upscale, evoking fashion mastheads and literary classicism. Its sharp contrast and refined details feel formal and dramatic, with a poised, slightly theatrical editorial character.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif styling, prioritizing elegance, verticality, and dramatic stroke modulation for display-driven typography.
In text, the thin hairlines and tight, vertical rhythm read as intentionally stylish rather than purely utilitarian, with the strongest impact at larger sizes where the contrast and terminals remain clear.