Sans Contrasted Wiku 10 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine, branding, packaging, editorial, fashion, dramatic, confident, modernist, display impact, editorial voice, luxury edge, dynamic emphasis, brand presence, slanted, calligraphic, wedge terminals, open counters, sweeping curves.
A slanted, contrasty display face with broad proportions and strong thick–thin modulation. Strokes taper into sharp, wedge-like terminals that read more like cut calligraphic endings than blunt caps, giving curves a crisp, sculpted edge. The uppercase shows generous width and smooth, high-arc rounds (notably in C, O, G), while the lowercase maintains open counters and energetic joins with a flowing rhythm. Figures follow the same contrast logic, with elegant curves and pronounced stress that keeps the set visually cohesive at larger sizes.
This font performs best in display roles such as magazine headlines, poster typography, brand marks, and packaging where its contrast and slanted energy can carry the layout. It can also work for short subheads or pull quotes, especially in editorial contexts that benefit from a bold, refined voice.
The overall tone feels editorial and fashion-forward, combining assertive weight with refined, high-contrast elegance. Its slant and sharp terminals add motion and a sense of urgency, while the wide stance keeps it confident and headline-ready. The result is dramatic without becoming ornamental, suited to contemporary, high-impact typography.
The design appears intended to merge modern display sans construction with a calligraphic, high-contrast sensibility—delivering a luxurious, kinetic look that stands out in large-scale type. Its wide proportions and tapered terminals suggest an emphasis on impact and style over neutral text utility.
The slant is consistent across cases and numerals, and the contrast appears vertically stressed, reinforcing a classic, print-like cadence. Wide bowls and open apertures help preserve clarity despite the heavy strokes, while the tapered terminals introduce a distinctive bite that can dominate in dense settings.