Sans Contrasted Fabo 1 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, magazine covers, fashion, editorial, dramatic, retro, playful, display impact, stylish motion, expressive contrast, brand presence, slanted, calligraphic, brushed, tapered, swashy.
A slanted display face with sharply tapered strokes and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Forms are built from broad, rounded main strokes paired with hairline connectors and entry/exit flicks, giving many letters a brush-italic feel. Counters are generally compact and slightly squarish-oval, while joins and terminals often narrow to needle points or thin wedges. Proportions vary noticeably from glyph to glyph, with some letters showing extended leading strokes and asymmetrical construction that heightens the dynamic rhythm.
Best suited for short, prominent text such as headlines, poster titles, logo wordmarks, and packaging callouts where its sharp contrast and lively slant can carry the layout. It can also work for pull quotes or subheads in editorial design, especially at larger sizes where the hairlines and tapered terminals remain clear.
The overall tone is energetic and theatrical, mixing polished editorial flair with a hint of vintage signage. Its high drama and brisk forward motion feel confident and attention-seeking, suitable when you want a headline to feel stylish and a little mischievous.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through steep contrast, brisk italic motion, and brush-like tapering, creating a stylish display voice that reads as both contemporary and retro-inspired. Its variable proportions and expressive terminals suggest a focus on personality and branding presence over quiet text neutrality.
Distinctive hairline diagonals appear in letters like A, M, V, W, X, and in several numerals, creating a signature "swept" accent across the set. Round characters such as O/Q are heavy and glossy-looking, while a few glyphs (notably E/F/T and some numerals) lean more minimal and linear, adding deliberate contrast within the design.