Sans Contrasted Wasu 7 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Monterchi' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, magazine titling, dramatic, editorial, classic, assertive, sporty, expressive display, dynamic emphasis, brand signature, headline impact, flared terminals, wedge cuts, calligraphic, slanted, crisp.
This typeface shows a strongly slanted, calligraphic construction with pronounced stroke modulation and sharply tapered joins. Terminals often end in angled, wedge-like cuts that give strokes a chiseled, energetic finish, while counters stay fairly open for a dense, forward-leaning rhythm. Uppercase forms are compact and punchy with a slightly classical silhouette, and the lowercase carries a lively, brush-like flow with distinct angled entry/exit strokes. Numerals follow the same steep slant and contrast, maintaining a consistent, graphic texture across mixed text.
Best suited to display applications where its steep slant and sharp, flared terminals can be read as intentional style—headlines, posters, magazine titles, and branding that wants motion and bite. It can also work for short subheads or pull quotes, especially when set with generous spacing and clear hierarchy against calmer body text.
The overall tone feels dramatic and kinetic, pairing a classic print sensibility with a contemporary, attention-grabbing edge. Its sharp terminals and emphatic slant communicate speed and confidence, making the voice feel editorial and assertive rather than quiet or neutral.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful, italic display voice with a calligraphic stress and crisp, wedge-cut finishing, emphasizing motion and contrast for standout typographic moments.
The Q’s long sweeping tail and the angular, flared endings across many letters create strong directional movement and a recognizable signature. In the sample text, the heavy diagonal stress produces a dark, energetic color that favors impactful settings over subtle, low-contrast compositions.