Sans Contrasted Kadu 2 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, logotypes, headlines, packaging, editorial, art deco, dramatic, elegant, theatrical, fashion, deco revival, visual signature, title display, geometric styling, geometric, modular, stencil-like, display, high contrast.
A sharply contrasted sans with a modular, geometric construction and frequent internal cut-ins that create a stencil-like rhythm. Many forms pair thick vertical slabs with hairline curves or crossbars, producing a bold/light interplay that reads as intentionally graphic rather than purely functional. Round letters use near-circular bowls with sliced terminals and occasional vertical “spines,” while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) are angular and clean with narrow joins. Counters tend to be open and simplified, and the overall spacing and proportions feel wide and airy, emphasizing silhouette and pattern over text texture.
Best used for display settings such as posters, headlines, and brand marks where the high-contrast detailing can be appreciated. It also suits packaging and editorial titling that aims for a refined, retro-modern feel, while dense body copy may lose some of its delicate internal features at smaller sizes.
The font projects a polished, cinematic Art Deco mood—glamorous, confident, and slightly mysterious. Its crisp geometry and extreme contrast give it a luxe, editorial tone that feels suited to titles, branding, and statement typography rather than neutral UI work.
The design appears aimed at creating a distinctive, Deco-inspired display voice through geometric letterforms and deliberate positive/negative interplay. Its contrasting strokes and recurring cut-ins suggest an intention to build a recognizable visual signature that stands out in titles and branding.
In running text, the repeated cut-in motifs create a distinctive stripe-and-curve cadence, especially in rounded letters and numerals. The design’s thin strokes and interior notches are visually striking at larger sizes, where the intended detailing and rhythm are most legible.