Sans Contrasted Faba 3 is a bold, wide, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'JT Douro Sans' by JAM Type Design (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, retro, punchy, assertive, energetic, attention grabbing, dynamic emphasis, display impact, brand voice, oblique, rounded, bracketed, dynamic, compact.
A slanted, heavy sans with pronounced stroke modulation and softly rounded terminals. Forms are broad and open with generous counters, but the overall rhythm stays compact due to sturdy strokes and tight interior spacing in letters like a, e, and s. Curves show a slightly calligraphic feel—thicker downstrokes and lighter joins—while keeping a largely sans construction. The numerals and capitals share the same forward-leaning, sturdy silhouette, producing a consistent, high-impact texture in words and lines.
Best suited to headlines, short bursts of copy, and brand marks where a fast, emphatic voice is needed. It works well for posters, event graphics, sports or automotive-themed identities, packaging callouts, and large-format signage where its contrast and slant can be appreciated.
The font communicates speed and confidence, with a forward-leaning stance that feels energetic and promotional. Its contrast and weight add drama and urgency, lending a vintage-adjacent, display-oriented tone that reads as sporty and attention-seeking rather than quiet or neutral.
The font appears designed to deliver a strong, forward-moving display voice: a sans framework amplified by heavy weight and noticeable modulation to increase impact and personality. The goal seems to be quick recognition and visual momentum, prioritizing expressive presence over quiet long-form readability.
The design’s softness at terminals helps prevent the heavy strokes from feeling harsh, while the contrast adds sparkle at larger sizes. In text settings the strong slant and dense strokes create a bold, continuous typographic band, making it most effective when given adequate tracking and line spacing.