Sans Contrasted Nonos 6 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Machinato' by Jelloween and 'MVB Solitaire Pro' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: packaging, posters, headlines, children’s, branding, friendly, informal, lively, whimsical, retro, human warmth, casual readability, playful tone, handcrafted texture, humanist, hand-drawn, soft curves, open apertures, quirky.
This typeface presents a clean, sans-based structure with an intentionally irregular, hand-shaped rhythm. Strokes show gentle modulation and tapered ends rather than perfectly uniform terminals, giving letters a slightly calligraphic feel while remaining largely monoline in impression. Counters are open and rounded, curves are softly inflated, and straight strokes often carry subtle wobble or lean that adds texture. Proportions feel moderately wide in the rounds with compact joins, producing a bouncy overall color in text.
It performs best in display and short-to-medium text where a friendly, crafted voice is desirable—such as packaging, posters, café or food branding, children’s materials, and editorial callouts. The open shapes and moderate spacing also help it hold together in larger paragraphs, especially when an informal tone is appropriate.
The overall tone is approachable and playful, with a casual warmth that feels handmade rather than engineered. Its slight unevenness and soft shaping lend a personable, conversational voice that can read as quirky or retro without becoming novelty.
The design appears intended to bridge clean sans legibility with the charm of hand-rendered lettering, adding subtle stroke modulation and organic irregularity to keep the texture lively. It aims to feel modern and readable while signaling personality and approachability.
Uppercase forms stay simple and legible, while lowercase introduces more character through varied bowl shapes and lively terminals. Numerals follow the same informal construction, keeping a consistent, friendly texture across mixed alphanumeric settings.