Sans Contrasted Tanor 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, advertising, sporty, retro, confident, dynamic, punchy, impact, emphasis, motion, display, slanted, compact, rounded, bracketed, tapered.
A heavy, right-leaning italic with tightly packed forms and a forward-driving rhythm. Strokes show clear thick–thin modulation, with rounded joins and subtly tapered terminals that keep the black shapes from feeling blunt. Counters are relatively small and the overall color is dense, aided by sturdy stems and compact apertures. The figures match the letterforms in weight and slant, reading as bold, punchy numerals suited to emphasis.
This font is best suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, brand marks, and promotional graphics where strong emphasis is needed. It can work well for sports-themed identities, packaging callouts, and advertising copy lines, especially when set with generous tracking or in larger sizes.
The tone is energetic and assertive, with a classic, slightly retro flavor reminiscent of sports and promotional typography. Its strong slant and dense weight give it urgency and impact, while the rounded shaping keeps it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in an italic style: bold, attention-grabbing letterforms with enough contrast and rounding to maintain legibility and a polished display finish. It prioritizes speed, emphasis, and a cohesive, energetic texture across letters and numerals.
The italic construction appears more like a designed oblique than a calligraphic cursive, maintaining a consistent mechanical slant across caps, lowercase, and numerals. The set favors strong silhouettes and tight internal space, which boosts headline presence but can reduce clarity at small sizes.