Sans Contrasted Tipa 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, signage, sporty, dynamic, confident, modern, emphasis, impact, speed, display, slanted, rounded, compact, high-impact, smooth.
A slanted, heavy sans with compact proportions and rounded corners throughout. Strokes show noticeable modulation for an italic sans, with thick main stems and slimmer joins and terminals that keep counters open. Curves are smooth and full (notably in C, G, O, and the numerals), while diagonals in A, V, W, X, and Y are crisp and tightly drawn, creating a fast rhythm. Terminals are mostly sheared to match the slant, and spacing feels sturdy and even at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks where a strong, fast-leaning italic can carry a message at a glance. It also works well for sports and performance-themed graphics, short UI labels, and signage where bold presence is more important than long-form reading comfort.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a forward-leaning posture that reads as active and contemporary. Its weight and compact shapes give it a punchy, no-nonsense voice that suits attention-grabbing messaging more than subtle editorial tone.
This design appears intended to deliver a high-impact italic sans voice—combining sturdy weight with smooth, rounded construction to remain legible while projecting speed and emphasis. The controlled contrast and consistent slant suggest a focus on clear display performance across letters and numerals.
The figures are rounded and prominent, with an 8 that shows a smaller upper bowl and a 2 with a broad base stroke; the 0 is oval and clean. Uppercase forms feel slightly more engineered and uniform, while lowercase introduces friendlier curves and more calligraphic motion in letters like a, e, and s, reinforcing the italic flow.