Sans Contrasted Wanu 2 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Relais' by Blaze Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, posters, fashion, elegant, dramatic, modern, display impact, stylish emphasis, editorial voice, brand expression, slanted, calligraphic, crisp, sharp terminals, tight rhythm.
A slanted, calligraphy-influenced design with crisp edges and pronounced thick-to-thin modulation. Letterforms show sculpted, wedge-like terminals and tapered joins that create a sharp, energetic rhythm, especially in diagonals and curves. Counters are relatively open for the style, while the overall texture reads dense and graphic due to the strong emphasis on heavy strokes. Numerals and capitals feel display-oriented, with noticeable width variation across glyphs and a consistent forward momentum.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, magazine layouts, and brand moments where a sophisticated, attention-grabbing voice is needed. It will shine in larger settings for fashion, culture, and luxury-adjacent design, and can work for short subheads when given enough size and spacing.
The font conveys a polished, high-style tone with a dramatic, fashion-forward attitude. Its sharp modulation and angled stance suggest confidence and speed, balancing elegance with a slightly aggressive, contemporary edge.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, high-impact italic display face that borrows from calligraphic construction while keeping a clean, modern silhouette. The goal seems to be producing dramatic contrast and stylish motion for editorial and branding contexts rather than neutral, long-form text.
The sample text shows strong word-shape and a lively baseline flow, with standout forms in the swashy, curved letters (notably S, Q, g, y) that add flair. At smaller sizes, the thin strokes and tight internal details are likely to become more delicate, while at larger sizes the contrast and terminals read especially striking.