Sans Normal Empa 3 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, editorial, headlines, packaging, invitations, airy, refined, gentle, modern, approachable, elegance, modernity, softness, clarity, monoline, rounded, calligraphic, open counters, clean.
A delicate, monoline sans with a consistent rightward slant and softly rounded geometry. Curves are drawn with smooth, near-circular strokes, while straight segments stay crisp and lightly angled, producing a calm, even rhythm. Terminals are clean and largely unadorned, with generous apertures and open counters that keep forms from closing up. Proportions feel balanced and contemporary, and the numerals follow the same light, rounded construction for a cohesive texture in running text.
Well suited to brand identities, lifestyle packaging, and editorial headlines where a light, elegant voice is desired. It can also work for short-form UI accents or captions when generous sizing and spacing are available, as the thin strokes favor clarity in larger text settings.
The overall tone is quiet and elegant, with a breezy, understated sophistication. Its italic posture adds a subtle sense of motion and friendliness without becoming informal or playful, making it feel modern and polished.
The design appears intended to deliver an elegant italic sans that feels contemporary and unobtrusive, emphasizing smooth curves, open forms, and a refined presence for display and brand-forward typography.
Letterforms show a consistent slanted axis across both cases, helping headings and paragraphs maintain a unified forward-leaning flow. Rounded shapes like O/C/G/Q stay smooth and open, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) remain slim and neatly controlled, reinforcing the font’s light, precise character.