Sans Contrasted Enby 1 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, friendly, modern, confident, clean, approachable, impact, approachability, clarity, modern branding, display presence, rounded, soft corners, open apertures, smooth curves, sturdy.
A sturdy sans with softly rounded joins and terminals, combining broad, even stems with clearly tapered curves. The shapes are generally open and spacious, with generous counters and a calm, consistent rhythm across the alphabet. Curved letters like C, G, S, and O show more modulation than the straight-sided forms, giving the design a subtly sculpted, contrasted feel without becoming decorative. Numerals are clear and conventional, with smooth curves and stable proportions suited to running text and UI-like settings.
It performs best in display and short-text roles such as headlines, brand marks, packaging, posters, and signage where its weight and width can create strong presence. The open apertures and straightforward letterforms also support readable subheads and callouts, especially when a friendly, modern tone is desired.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, projecting confidence without harshness. Rounded details and open forms make it feel approachable and readable, while the solid weight gives it a direct, no-nonsense presence. It sits comfortably in everyday branding contexts where clarity and warmth need to coexist.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, approachable sans voice with enough stroke shaping to avoid a purely geometric or mechanical look. It aims for high-impact readability, pairing sturdy structure with softened details to stay inviting in prominent typographic applications.
The lowercase shows straightforward, readable construction with single-storey forms (notably the a and g) and a compact, practical dot on i and j. Diagonals (V, W, Y, and K) feel robust and slightly softened, helping maintain a cohesive texture at larger sizes. In the sample text, the face holds together well as a dark, even color while still showing gentle stroke shaping in curves.