Sans Contrasted Nokiv 3 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, branding, packaging, headlines, refined, modern, airy, calm, clarity, sophistication, modernity, versatility, crisp, elegant, open, precise, minimal.
This typeface is a clean, monoline-leaning design with clear, deliberate stroke modulation and sharp, well-trimmed terminals. Curves are drawn with generous, open counters (notably in C, O, e, and 0), while joins stay tidy and compact, giving the face a crisp rhythm. Uppercase proportions feel balanced and slightly formal, with straight-sided construction in letters like H, N, and M contrasted by smooth, rounded bowls in B, D, and P. The lowercase keeps a straightforward, two-storey "g" and a simple, readable "a", with ascenders and descenders that are present but not exaggerated; numerals are similarly restrained and open, with a narrow, minimal "1" and a round, evenly weighted "8".
It works well for magazine typography, book or long-form editorial layouts, and brand systems that need a clean but elevated voice. The clarity of the lowercase and open numerals also make it a solid option for product packaging, marketing copy, and interface headings where a refined texture is desired.
The overall tone is refined and contemporary, with an editorial polish that reads as composed and confident rather than loud. Its open shapes and controlled contrast give it a quiet sophistication suited to premium, text-forward settings.
The design appears intended to bridge neutral sans simplicity with a more polished, contrast-driven finish, offering a modern catalog-ready voice that stays readable while feeling upscale.
The design maintains a consistent, uncluttered skeleton across the set, relying on subtle modulation and careful spacing rather than decorative features. Diagonals (V, W, X, y) are crisp and stable, contributing to a neat, orderly texture in continuous reading.