Sans Contrasted Wipu 5 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, refined, dynamic, fashion, dramatic, stylish emphasis, editorial voice, display impact, refined contrast, calligraphic, slanted, crisp, tapered, brisk.
This typeface is a slanted, high-contrast design with sharp, tapered terminals and a brisk, calligraphic stroke logic. Stems and curves alternate between thick main strokes and hairline joins, producing a lively texture and strong diagonal momentum. Letterforms are compact and slightly variable in apparent set width, with rounded bowls (O, o, p) contrasted by angular, cutting diagonals (V, W, X, Y). Numerals follow the same contrast and italic construction, with elegant curves and tight apertures that keep the overall color clean and punchy at display sizes.
Well-suited to headlines, magazine typography, and short-form display where contrast and slant can create a stylish voice. It can also support branding and packaging that benefit from a refined, contemporary feel, especially when paired with a quieter companion for body copy.
The overall tone feels editorial and fashion-forward, balancing elegance with a distinctly energetic slant. Its crisp contrast and pointed details convey sophistication, while the rhythmic modulation adds drama and immediacy.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, editorial italic with pronounced stroke modulation and sharp finishing details, prioritizing expressive texture and high-end presentation over neutral invisibility.
The italic construction is pronounced, with many characters showing sharpened entry/exit strokes and narrow joins that create sparkle in text. Counters tend to stay open enough for clarity, but the thinnest hairlines suggest it will look best when given sufficient size and reproduction quality.