Sans Contrasted Kisi 10 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, magazine titles, modernist, editorial, confident, lively, refined, distinctive sans, display impact, editorial voice, clarity at weight, bracketed joins, sharp terminals, deep inktraps, soft curves, large counters.
A sturdy, high-contrast sans with a slightly sculpted, almost wedge-cut construction. Strokes shift from thick verticals to finer horizontals, and many joins show subtle bracketing and ink-trap-like notches that keep counters open at heavier weights. Curves are round and generous, while terminals tend toward sharp, angled cuts rather than blunt endings, creating a crisp rhythm. Proportions feel compact and punchy, with large counters and emphatic bowls; the uppercase reads stable and geometric, while the lowercase mixes clean, single-story forms with a slightly calligraphic stress.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium text where its contrast and sculpted joins can be appreciated, such as magazine titles, brand marks, packaging, and poster typography. It can also work for pull quotes and UI hero moments when a strong, distinctive voice is desired, especially at larger sizes.
The overall tone is confident and contemporary, with an editorial sharpness that feels deliberate rather than decorative. Its contrast and chiseled terminals add sophistication, while the rounded counters keep it approachable and energetic. The result is a modern display voice that can feel both fashion-forward and assertive.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern sans framework with added cut-and-carved detailing—using contrast, angled terminals, and join shaping to create a distinctive signature without relying on overt ornament. It aims for high impact and clarity in display contexts while maintaining recognizable, straightforward letterforms.
The figures are bold and attention-grabbing, with clear differentiation between similar shapes (notably the round digits and the open, angular forms). In text settings the dark color and contrast create a strong typographic texture, so spacing and line length will matter to avoid a heavy page color.