Sans Contrasted Faje 9 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Milgran' by Kulokale (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, dynamic, assertive, sporty, modern, energetic, impact, motion, emphasis, display, slanted, compact, angular, brisk, rhythmic.
This typeface is a slanted, heavy-ink design with pronounced stroke modulation and crisp, clean terminals. Forms lean forward consistently, with compact interior counters and a slightly condensed feel in many letters, creating a tight, efficient texture. Curves are smooth but not overly soft, and joins feel decisive, giving the shapes a sporty, engineered rhythm. The figures follow the same forward-leaning, weighty construction and read as sturdy and display-oriented.
Best suited for short to medium-length settings where impact and speed are desirable: headlines, poster typography, brand marks, packaging callouts, and event or sports-related graphics. It can work in large subheads and emphasis text, where the slant and dense color help create hierarchy and movement.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a sense of motion created by the consistent slant and high-contrast strokes. It feels contemporary and performance-minded—more like branding and headlines than quiet, neutral text. The weight and compact spacing contribute to a confident, attention-grabbing voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a fast, confident display voice by combining a forward slant with strong weight and clear stroke modulation. It aims for immediate presence and legibility at larger sizes while maintaining a cohesive, rhythmic texture across lines.
Lowercase proportions stay fairly even, with single-storey forms where visible (notably the simple, rounded bowl construction) and compact apertures that intensify color on the line. The italic construction looks integral to the design rather than a simple oblique, with shaped curves and stress that reinforce the forward momentum.