Sans Contrasted Raram 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'DT Serifia' and 'DT Serifia Soft' by Deveze Type, 'Arlen' by Groteskly Yours, 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Miklan Duo' by The Native Saint Club, 'Facto' by The Northern Block, 'Formiga' by TipoType, and 'Barkanon' by wearecolt (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, logos, packaging, confident, friendly, retro, punchy, sporty, impact, approachability, display clarity, brand voice, rounded, soft corners, bulky, open counters, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact apertures, generous bowls, and subtly softened corners that keep the texture dense but not harsh. Strokes show mild shaping—thicker on curves and joins with cleaner, flatter terminals—creating a slightly sculpted, poster-oriented rhythm. Uppercase forms are broad and stable with large interior counters (notably C, O, Q), while the lowercase is robust and tall, with simple, sturdy constructions and minimal detail. Numerals follow the same blocky logic, with wide, high-contrast counters in 6/8/9 and a straightforward, geometric 1.
Best suited to high-impact applications such as headlines, posters, and bold editorial callouts where its thick strokes and rounded forms can command attention. It also works well for branding, logos, and packaging that want a friendly but powerful voice, and for short UI labels or signage where immediacy matters more than long-form reading.
The overall tone is assertive and upbeat, combining modern clarity with a hint of vintage display charm. Its rounded massing reads approachable rather than aggressive, making it feel energetic, urban, and brand-forward.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a welcoming, contemporary feel—balancing dense weight and rounded geometry with enough internal space to stay legible in display settings.
At text sizes the weight creates strong color and a tight, uniform cadence, while the open counters help maintain clarity. The design’s softness comes from rounding and bowl geometry rather than overt curves or decorative quirks.