Sans Contrasted Ilta 1 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, magazine, logotypes, art deco, theatrical, luxurious, dramatic, editorial, deco revival, display impact, brand distinctiveness, graphic contrast, geometric, monoline accents, flared cuts, sharp apexes, ink-trap feel.
A high-contrast display sans built from bold, dark masses paired with hairline connectors and cutaway counters. Many curves read as near-circular bowls that are selectively “sliced” to create dramatic white apertures, while verticals often terminate in crisp, squared ends. Diagonals and apexed forms (A, M, V, W, X) are sharp and architectural, contrasting with soft, round terminals and occasional hook-like strokes in letters such as J, S, and t. Lowercase proportions are compact with a tall x-height feel, and the overall rhythm alternates between heavy blocks and delicate strokes, producing a distinctly segmented, poster-like texture across words and lines.
Best suited to large-size applications where its cutaway forms and hairline details can be appreciated—headlines, posters, magazine titles, event graphics, and brand marks. It can also work for short bursts of text (taglines, pull quotes) when generous size and spacing preserve clarity.
The overall tone is glamorous and stage-forward—evoking Art Deco signage, fashion mastheads, and nightlife branding. Its stark black/white interplay and stylized cutouts feel confident, ornamental, and slightly futuristic, with a hint of retro sophistication.
This design appears aimed at delivering a distinctive display voice through extreme black/white construction, geometric bowls, and Deco-influenced drama. The letterforms prioritize striking silhouettes and rhythmic contrast to create memorable typographic impact in branding and editorial contexts.
Counters and openings are intentionally unconventional: several letters use partial bowls and interior cutouts that prioritize silhouette over conventional readability, especially at smaller sizes. Numerals follow the same split-form logic, with strong geometric shapes and minimal, hairline details that amplify the dramatic contrast in text settings.