Sans Contrasted Wawi 8 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, social ads, assertive, sporty, editorial, energetic, modern, impact, speed, attention, modernity, branding, forward-leaning, angular, crisp, dynamic, compact.
A forward-leaning, heavy grotesque with pronounced stroke modulation and a compact, slightly condensed rhythm across the alphabet. Forms are built from sturdy, rounded bowls paired with sharply cut terminals and angled joins, producing a crisp, high-energy texture. Counters stay relatively tight, while verticals and diagonals emphasize speed through consistent slant and taut curves. Figures follow the same robust construction, with clear silhouettes and strong baseline presence.
Best suited for display work where momentum and impact are desirable: headlines, posters, campaign graphics, and bold brand moments. It can also work for short bursts of copy (subheads, callouts, labels) where a strong, dynamic voice is needed.
The overall tone is forceful and kinetic, reading as contemporary and performance-oriented. Its punchy contrast and slanted stance give it a competitive, headline-driven feel that suits energetic messaging more than quiet, neutral text.
Likely designed to deliver a fast, assertive typographic voice by combining a steep italic posture with weighty forms and conspicuous contrast. The intention appears to prioritize visual punch, directional movement, and clear silhouettes for attention-grabbing display typography.
The design maintains a consistent italic angle across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, with clean, unornamented endings that keep the look brisk and graphic. Spacing appears tuned for impact—dense enough to feel solid, yet open enough in key counters to preserve quick recognition at display sizes.