Sans Contrasted Kaba 1 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, fashion, editorial, art deco, dramatic, refined, display impact, deco revival, graphic elegance, brand distinction, geometric, monoline hairlines, sharp terminals, cut-in counters, high-waist horizontals.
A high-contrast display sans with geometric construction and emphatic thick–thin modulation. Strokes alternate between blunt, rectangular verticals and extremely fine hairline joins, producing a crisp, poster-like rhythm. Many curves are drawn as near-circular bowls with deliberate cut-ins and diagonal slices, while terminals tend to end in sharp points or flat, squared edges rather than traditional serifs. Proportions vary noticeably from letter to letter, and several glyphs (notably S, Q, g, and 8) use stylized, asymmetric counters and tapered connections that heighten the graphic look.
Best suited for headlines, magazine/editorial titling, posters, branding marks, and short statements where its contrast and cut-in shapes can be appreciated. It can work well in upscale or design-led contexts (fashion, culture, nightlife) and in packaging or cover design where a distinctive display voice is needed.
The overall tone is sleek and dramatic, with a polished, fashion-forward character. Its sharp contrasts and geometric cut shapes evoke a 1920s/Deco sensibility while still reading as modern and conceptual. The texture feels elegant but assertive, designed to attract attention rather than disappear into body text.
The design appears intended as an attention-grabbing display sans that merges geometric forms with high-contrast, decorative detailing. Its stylized counters and hairline connections suggest a goal of creating a memorable, premium look rather than maximizing neutrality or small-size economy.
Round letters frequently incorporate internal wedges or diagonal apertures that create distinctive negative-space motifs. Dots (as in i/j) are large and circular, adding to the decorative cadence. Numerals follow the same language of bold slabs and hairline transitions, with especially sculptural forms in 2, 3, 8, and 9.