Sans Contrasted Waro 3 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chakai' by Latinotype and 'Tabac Glam' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, posters, branding, dramatic, formal, fashion, literary, display impact, stylish emphasis, modern elegance, editorial voice, calligraphic, bracketed, tapered, sleek, crisp.
This typeface presents a right-leaning, high-contrast construction with tapered strokes that swell into thick stems and pinch to fine terminals. The forms feel crisp and sculpted, with pointed joins and sharp apexes on letters like A, V, W, and Y, and a generally narrow, elegant footprint. Counters are relatively open for a contrasted design, while curves (C, G, O, Q, S) show smooth, controlled modulation. Lowercase shapes lean toward single-storey simplicity (notably a and g), with compact bowls and brisk, angled endings; the overall rhythm alternates between strong vertical emphasis and thin, hairline-like connectors.
It performs best at display sizes where the contrast and sharpened terminals can read cleanly—such as magazine headlines, pull quotes, fashion and culture branding, and poster typography. It can also work for short text passages in editorial contexts, where the energetic slant and strong modulation add character without becoming overly ornate.
The tone is polished and assertive, combining refined contrast with an energetic slant that reads as editorial and fashion-forward. It suggests sophistication and urgency at once—suited to headlines that want to feel premium, dramatic, and contemporary rather than quiet or purely utilitarian.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact italic voice with refined stroke modulation—bringing a sense of luxury and motion to contemporary layout work. Its shapes prioritize stylish emphasis and crisp silhouette over neutrality, aiming for a distinctive, headline-driven presence.
Figures follow the same contrast logic, with elegant curves and sharp turns; the 1 is a simple, slanted stroke and the 2 and 3 show pronounced thick–thin transitions. In text, the italic angle and contrast create a lively texture, with darker bursts on verticals and lighter seams through the connecting strokes.