Sans Contrasted Beno 6 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, fashion, dramatic, refined, modernist, space saving, editorial impact, elegant contrast, modern sophistication, condensed, vertical, hairline, crisp, sleek.
A sharply condensed display face with extreme vertical stress and pronounced contrast between thick stems and hairline joins. The overall construction is largely unadorned, with clean terminals and minimal finishing, relying on tall proportions and tight counters to create impact. Curves are narrow and taut, and diagonals appear as thin hairlines against dominant verticals, producing a crisp, rhythmic texture. Numerals follow the same tall, compressed logic, with bold main strokes and delicate connecting strokes.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, posters, and magazine layouts where a tall, compressed silhouette helps fit long titles into narrow columns. It can work well for branding and packaging that aims for a sleek, editorial look, particularly in larger sizes where the hairline details remain distinct.
The tone is polished and dramatic, evoking contemporary editorial typography with a fashion-forward, high-end sensibility. Its contrast and narrowness create a sense of intensity and precision, reading as confident and refined rather than friendly or casual.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum elegance and contrast within a tightly condensed footprint, prioritizing striking vertical rhythm and editorial presence. It emphasizes a modern, pared-back structure while using dramatic stroke modulation to create hierarchy and visual flair.
Because many interior spaces are tight and several details resolve into hairlines, the face benefits from generous tracking and careful sizing, especially in dense settings. It excels when given room to breathe, where the contrast and vertical cadence can remain clear.