Sans Contrasted Wila 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, posters, branding, dramatic, refined, fashion, display emphasis, elegant tone, editorial impact, expressive italic, calligraphic, bracketed, wedge serif, forward slant, sharp terminals.
A forward-leaning, high-contrast italic with crisp, tapered terminals and a decidedly calligraphic stroke rhythm. The letterforms show pronounced thick–thin modulation, with sturdy verticals and hairline joins that create a sharp, glossy texture in words. Serifs read as small wedge-like and often bracketed, with pointed beaks and angled entry/exit strokes that emphasize speed and direction. Curves are tight and controlled, counters are relatively compact, and the overall color on the page is dark and punchy while still retaining elegant hairlines. Numerals follow the same italic stress and contrast, with open, sweeping curves and slender diagonals.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and display typography where the high-contrast italic character can carry a refined voice. It can work well in magazine and fashion contexts, as well as branding applications that want a classic yet assertive italic presence. For longer passages, it will perform more comfortably at larger text sizes where hairlines and fine terminals remain clear.
The font projects a polished, editorial tone—confident and attention-seeking, with a classic, slightly dramatic flair. Its strong slant and contrast lend it a fashionable, high-end voice that feels suited to headlines and expressive emphasis rather than neutral reading. The crisp terminals and sculpted curves add a sense of precision and luxury.
The design appears intended as a display-leaning italic that blends classic, serif-like calligraphic cues with a clean, contemporary sharpness. Its goal is to provide an elegant, high-impact texture and forward motion, delivering a premium, editorial feel in short-form typography.
In text, the high contrast and sharp joins create lively sparkle, but also make spacing and word texture feel energetic and tightly wound. The italic angle is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, and the overall silhouette favors narrow joins and pointed details that read best when given adequate size and breathing room.