Sans Contrasted Vawo 5 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, editorial, branding, packaging, dramatic, fashion-forward, sleek, assertive, modern, impact, modernity, luxury, motion, editorial voice, slanted, crisp, sculpted, display, angular.
A heavy, slanted display face with sharply tapered strokes and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Letterforms are wide and strongly sculpted, with clean, largely open apertures and minimal terminal detailing, relying on cut-in angles and pointed joins for character. Curves (C, O, S) read as smooth but faceted by contrast, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) feel blade-like and energetic. Lowercase shows a compact, upright-to-slanted rhythm with a two-storey-style presence in some forms and teardrop-like counters created by the contrast, keeping a consistent, high-impact texture in words.
Best suited to headlines, magazine-style editorial layouts, and brand marks where the dramatic slant and contrast can read clearly at display sizes. It works well for packaging, event promotions, and attention-grabbing social graphics, especially when paired with a quieter companion for body copy.
The overall tone is bold and theatrical, combining modern minimalism with a high-fashion, editorial energy. Its sharp angles and strong slant create a sense of speed and confidence, while the contrast adds refinement and a slightly luxurious, poster-ready flair.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, high-impact voice through wide proportions, a pronounced slant, and razor-edged contrast. It prioritizes memorable silhouettes and energetic word shapes for display typography rather than long-form readability.
In text samples the dark strokes dominate, producing a tightly packed, high-ink impression even with generous internal counters. Numerals are similarly sculpted, with distinctive contrast cuts that keep them consistent with the uppercase. The design favors striking silhouette and rhythm over neutrality, making it most effective at larger sizes.