Sans Contrasted Mati 5 is a regular weight, very wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logotypes, posters, packaging, editorial display, avant-garde, futuristic, playful, elegant, graphic, decorative display, brand impact, stylized modernism, expressive contrast, swashy, flared, curvilinear, calligraphic, ink-trap-like.
A display-oriented Latin with broad proportions and pronounced contrast between thick stems and hairline joins. Letterforms are built from smooth, rounded bowls and tapered terminals, with frequent flaring and wedge-like cut-ins that create sharp interior notches. Curves dominate the construction (notably in C, G, O, S, and the numerals), while verticals remain steady and upright, giving a stable baseline rhythm. The joins and counters often feel sculpted—thin strokes pinch in and open out—producing a lively, decorative texture that stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited for headlines, titling, and brand marks where its sculpted curves and tapered details can be appreciated. It can add character to packaging, event posters, and editorial display lines, especially in short phrases or pull quotes rather than dense body copy.
The overall tone is stylized and theatrical: sleek, slightly futuristic, and intentionally ornamental. Its swooping terminals and high-contrast modulation add a sense of motion and flair, balancing sophistication with a playful, graphic edge.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a clean sans foundation with dramatic contrast and expressive, flared terminals, creating a distinctive display voice. The consistent use of tapered joins and carved-in counters suggests a focus on memorable silhouette and rhythmic texture for branding and large-scale typography.
In text settings the strong interior notches and hairline cross-strokes become the signature detail, creating a distinctive pattern in repeated curves and round letters. The figures and lowercase echo the same flared, tapering logic, helping headings feel cohesive, though the decorative joins suggest it will read best with generous sizing and spacing.