Sans Contrasted Oklam 9 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Beatrice Display' and 'Beatrice Headline' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, dynamic, sporty, assertive, modern, editorial, motion, impact, distinctiveness, modernity, slanted, ink-trap, tapered, rounded, calligraphic.
A slanted, high-contrast sans with sweeping curves and tapered terminals that give the letters a fast, forward-leaning rhythm. Strokes transition from thick, rounded bowls to thinner joins, with noticeable wedge-like cuts and small ink-trap-style notches in tight counters and intersections. The uppercase forms feel broad and stable while the lowercase introduces more personality through single-storey shapes and bulbous, rounded counters, keeping the texture lively and uneven in a controlled way. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, mixing stout curves with sharp, angled cuts for a crisp, energetic silhouette.
Well suited for bold headlines, posters, and brand marks that need motion and impact. It can also work for sports or lifestyle identities, packaging, and short editorial callouts where its contrast and distinctive cuts add character.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, combining athletic motion with a slightly editorial, display-driven sophistication. Its slant and sharp internal cuts add urgency, while the rounded bowls keep it approachable rather than severe.
The font appears designed to deliver a sense of speed and confidence through an italic stance, sculpted contrast, and sharp internal cut-ins, while maintaining a sans-like simplicity in overall construction. Its letterforms aim for immediate visual punch and recognizability in display settings.
The design leans on strong diagonals, prominent curves, and occasional angular slicing that creates distinctive negative spaces (notably in letters like a, e, s, and the diagonals of v/w/x). The contrast and tight detailing suggest it will read most clearly at medium to large sizes where the interior shaping can be appreciated.