Sans Contrasted Ulse 7 is a bold, very wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'TA Modern Times' by Tural Alisoy (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine titles, branding, pull quotes, assertive, classic, editorial, authoritative, formal, impact, refinement, authority, headline focus, heritage tone, bracketed, sheared terminals, wedge joins, soft curves, display-ready.
This typeface presents sturdy, dark letterforms with pronounced stroke modulation and wide overall proportions. Stems are weighty while curves taper into finer entry/exit strokes, creating crisp contrast at joins and terminals. Many shapes show subtly sheared, wedge-like terminals and bracketed transitions, giving counters a sculpted, ink-trap-adjacent feel without becoming ornate. The rhythm is steady and compact in the vertical dimension, with round letters (O, C, G, 0) appearing broad and stable and diagonals (V, W, Y, Z) cut with sharp, clean angles.
It performs best in display contexts such as headlines, magazine mastheads, posters, and brand wordmarks where its width and contrast can be appreciated. The strong silhouette also works well for impactful pull quotes and section openers, particularly when set with comfortable tracking and line spacing.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, with an editorial seriousness suited to emphatic statements. High-contrast detailing adds a refined, almost engraved flavor, while the expansive widths keep it bold and declarative rather than delicate. It reads as authoritative and slightly ceremonial, making short lines feel impactful.
The design appears intended to combine high-impact, wide proportions with refined contrast to create a commanding display voice. Its controlled modulation and sharpened terminals suggest an aim to evoke classic editorial authority while maintaining a clean, contemporary outline discipline.
Lowercase forms mix sturdy verticals with tapered feet and gentle, calligraphic-like stress in bowls. Numerals echo the same contrast and broad stance, with open, legible shapes and a distinctly dramatic “2” and “3” silhouette. Spacing in the sample text appears generous enough to keep heavy strokes from clogging, especially at larger sizes.