Sans Contrasted Raguy 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, signage, playful, retro, chunky, friendly, bouncy, display impact, retro flavor, friendly tone, brand voice, poster utility, soft corners, rounded joins, bulbous, irregular rhythm, compact counters.
A heavy, rounded sans with chunky silhouettes and softly blunted terminals. The shapes lean on big curves and slightly pinched joins, giving letters a buoyant, inflated feel rather than a rigid geometric one. Stroke weight is broadly consistent but shows visible modulation in places (notably in curving forms and terminals), and counters tend to be compact, which increases the overall density. Proportions are wide and sturdy, with a tall lowercase that keeps mixed-case text prominent and punchy.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and branding where strong silhouettes and a playful voice are desirable. It also works well for signage and short, high-impact lines of text, especially when you want a retro or approachable tone. For long reading, the dense counters and heavy color suggest using it sparingly or at larger sizes.
The overall tone is upbeat and nostalgic, recalling mid-century display lettering and poster typography. Its gentle rounding and slightly uneven rhythm read as friendly and informal, with a wink of cartoonish energy. The weight and width make it feel confident and attention-seeking without becoming sharp or aggressive.
The design appears intended as a characterful display sans that prioritizes bold presence and friendly charm. Its rounded construction, compact counters, and subtle stroke modulation aim to create a memorable texture and a distinctly retro, poster-ready impact.
The uppercase is particularly blocky and poster-like, while the lowercase introduces more personality through rounder bowls, single-storey forms, and quirky curves. Numerals are bold and graphic, designed to hold their own alongside letters in headlines and short phrases.