Sans Normal Ifgey 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Northpole' by 38-lineart, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'SK Reykjavik' by Salih Kizilkaya, and 'Artico' and 'Artico Soft' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, packaging, ui labels, posters, headlines, friendly, contemporary, casual, approachable, clean, approachability, readability, modernity, motion, rounded, soft corners, slanted, humanist, open apertures.
This typeface is a slanted sans with rounded terminals and smoothly curved joins that keep the texture soft and even. Strokes are consistently weighted with minimal contrast, and counters are generally open, helping letters stay clear at text sizes. The design mixes geometric roundness (notably in O, C, and numerals) with slightly humanist construction in diagonals and curved strokes, creating a lively rhythm. Uppercase forms are straightforward and stable, while the lowercase shows a compact, tidy build with single-storey a and g, short ascenders/descenders, and a gently angled overall stance.
It works well for branding and packaging that benefits from an approachable voice, as well as headlines and short text where the slant adds energy. The clean, open forms also suit UI labels, product callouts, and editorial sidebars where a friendly modern sans is desired.
The overall tone is modern and personable, with a casual, welcoming feel driven by the rounded ends and smooth italic motion. It reads as friendly rather than formal, suitable for designs that want clarity without looking rigid.
The design appears intended to deliver an easygoing italic sans that balances geometric roundness with readable, humanist details. Its rounded terminals and steady rhythm aim to keep text clear while adding a sense of motion and warmth.
Numerals are rounded and legible, with simple, contemporary shapes that match the letterforms’ soft geometry. The italic slant is steady and consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, producing a cohesive forward-moving line in longer text.