Sans Contrasted Vany 3 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Relais' by Blaze Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine titles, branding, packaging, dramatic, editorial, classic, luxurious, assertive, display impact, editorial polish, premium tone, italic emphasis, swashlike, tapered, calligraphic, high-waist, bracketless.
A right-leaning, display-oriented italic with sharply tapered strokes and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Curves are smooth and tightly drawn, with pointed terminals and wedge-like entries that create a crisp, cutting silhouette. Capitals feel tall and slightly narrow with strong diagonal stress, while the lowercase shows compact, rounded bowls and lively joins that keep the texture energetic. Numerals echo the same calligraphic construction, with open counters and tapered ends that read cleanly at larger sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium text settings where contrast and italic motion can be appreciated—magazine covers, campaign typography, product packaging, and brand wordmarks. It performs especially well when given generous size and spacing, where the tapered details and sharp terminals remain clear.
The overall tone is theatrical and polished, combining a fashion-forward sparkle with a traditional, engraved-like elegance. Its strong slant and razor-edged terminals give it momentum and confidence, making it feel persuasive and attention-seeking rather than quiet or utilitarian.
This design appears aimed at delivering a refined, high-impact italic voice with a distinctly calligraphic stroke logic. The emphasis is on elegance and drama—creating a premium, editorial presence while maintaining a cohesive, repeatable texture across the alphabet and numerals.
The rhythm is intentionally uneven in a display way: wide rounds sit next to tight diagonals, producing a dynamic, slightly flamboyant color on the line. The italic construction is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, and the pointed terminals create a distinctive “cut” at word edges.