contoursbold
Contoursbold is a design term used to describe a style that emphasizes pronounced contour lines around shapes, most often applied to typography and vector artwork. The effect creates a strong, legible outline that defines the edges of letters or shapes even when color fills are reduced.
The term blends "contour" and "bold" and is not the name of a single font family; rather,
Characteristics include a relatively thick outer edge, sometimes offset from the letterforms by a constant distance,
Applications include signage, branding, posters, and digital icons where high contrast and legibility at a distance
Considerations include reduced internal counter space, potential clash with complex fills, and print or screen rendering
Related concepts include outline fonts, stroked type, and other contour-based effects such as drop shadows and