Sans Contrasted Rimu 6 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids branding, event promos, playful, quirky, retro, friendly, bouncy, expressive display, playful branding, handmade feel, retro flavor, rounded, chunky, soft corners, asymmetric, hand-drawn.
A heavy, rounded sans with an intentionally irregular, cut-paper feel. Strokes are thick with subtly shifting weight and slightly uneven terminals, creating a lively rhythm rather than strict geometric consistency. Curves are broad and soft, counters are generally generous, and many shapes show mild rotation or wobble that reads as hand-made. The lowercase forms keep a compact, sturdy build with single-storey a and g, circular dots, and a tall, simple l, while numerals are bold and simplified with large, open interior spaces.
Best suited for display settings such as posters, splashy headlines, packaging, stickers, and event or festival promotion where personality is desired. It can work well for children’s or entertainment-oriented branding, short callouts, and logos that benefit from a friendly, hand-crafted presence.
The overall tone is upbeat and mischievous, with a retro cartoon energy that feels informal and welcoming. Its bouncy silhouette and off-kilter details suggest humor and spontaneity, making text feel more like signage or playful lettering than neutral editorial type.
The likely intention is to deliver a bold display sans that feels hand-cut and expressive, combining strong legibility with purposeful irregularity to create a distinctive, fun voice. It aims to stand out at large sizes and give straightforward copy a playful, characterful texture.
The design leans on strong silhouettes and clear counterforms for impact, but the deliberate irregularity means spacing and alignment feel animated rather than strictly uniform. The font maintains readability in short bursts while prioritizing character and visual punch over typographic restraint.