Sans Contrasted Yalu 4 is a regular weight, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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A sharply slanted, high-contrast italic with long, tapered terminals and hairline connections that create a crisp, polished texture. Letterforms favor wide, open bowls and generous horizontal reach, while stems stay relatively straight and clean with minimal ornamentation. Curves are smooth and controlled, with pointed joins and wedge-like endings that read as subtly calligraphic rather than strictly geometric. Numerals follow the same contrast and italic rhythm, with rounded forms and thin cross-strokes that emphasize the delicate internal structure.
This font is well suited to headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and other editorial display settings where contrast and slant can carry hierarchy and mood. It can also work for premium branding applications—particularly in fashion, beauty, and cultural contexts—where a refined, high-impact italic voice is desired.
The overall tone is sophisticated and fashion-forward, pairing drama from extreme contrast with restraint in the detailing. It feels luxe and contemporary, with an editorial seriousness that can shift from elegant to assertive depending on size and spacing.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-fashion italic with pronounced contrast and clean, sculpted forms—capturing the energy of calligraphic writing while maintaining a controlled, contemporary finish for display typography.
Because the thin strokes get extremely fine, the type’s personality is most pronounced at display sizes where the hairlines and sharp terminals remain clear. The italic angle and wide proportions produce a fast, flowing rhythm in longer words, while the high contrast creates strong light–dark patterning across lines.