Sans Contrasted Ermi 3 is a very bold, very wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, retro, chunky, bouncy, display impact, approachability, retro flavor, brand voice, rounded, soft terminals, ink-trap feel, compact counters, low aperture.
A heavy, rounded sans with softly squared curves and noticeable stroke modulation that creates a subtly “inked” texture in the joins and terminals. Letterforms are broad and stable, with compact counters and generally low apertures that make the shapes feel dense and punchy. Terminals are blunt and softened rather than sharp, and several glyphs show slight flare and swelling through curves, giving a lively, hand-pressed rhythm while staying clean and consistent. Numerals match the same robust, rounded construction and read as display-oriented forms with strong silhouettes.
Best suited to headlines, short statements, and branding where a bold, friendly voice is needed. It works well for packaging, signage, and promotional graphics that benefit from strong silhouettes and a retro-leaning personality, and it can also serve as a punchy accent font alongside a more neutral text face.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a nostalgic, mid-century poster feel. Its chunky forms and gentle rounding communicate warmth and humor more than precision, making text feel informal, inviting, and attention-grabbing.
Likely designed to deliver maximum impact with a soft, approachable character—combining broad, rounded geometry with visible stroke modulation to evoke vintage print and playful display typography. The shapes prioritize personality and presence over fine-detail readability in long text.
The weight and closed apertures can reduce clarity at small sizes, but the distinctive silhouettes hold up well when set large. Spacing appears generous and the wide set contributes to a confident, headline-ready presence.