Sans Contrasted Okruf 9 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Petale' by LomoHiber (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, sporty, confident, dynamic, modern, punchy, impact, motion, attention, modernity, promotion, oblique, slanted, rounded, soft terminals, display.
A slanted, heavy-leaning sans with subtly flared, wedge-like terminals and gently rounded corners. Strokes show clear modulation, with thicker verticals and tapered joins that create a brisk, forward rhythm. Proportions are broad and open, with spacious counters and a compact, sturdy feel in capitals; lowercase forms are large and prominent, reinforcing a strong text color at display sizes. Curves (C, G, O, S) are smooth and full, while diagonals and joins (K, V, W, Y) emphasize speed through sharp, tapered intersections and angled finishing strokes.
Best suited to headlines, short blurbs, posters, and brand marks where a strong, dynamic italic voice is desirable. It can work for packaging and promotional collateral that benefits from a fast, energetic rhythm and high impact. For long reading at small sizes, the heavy slant and strong stroke weight suggest using it sparingly for emphasis rather than continuous body text.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, contemporary flavor. The forward slant and tapered endings add motion and urgency, while the rounded shaping keeps the voice friendly rather than harsh. It reads as confident and promotional—built to grab attention without feeling overly formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-impact, forward-moving sans that pairs strong weight with tapered detailing for motion and character. It aims to balance assertiveness with approachable curves, making it well suited to contemporary display typography in energetic brand contexts.
Numerals are robust and highly legible, with distinctive shapes that hold up under heavy weight and slant (notably the open forms of 2 and 3 and the strong bowls in 6/8/9). The ampersand is stylized and compact, aligning with the font’s brisk, display-oriented personality.