Sans Normal Velay 6 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, headlines, short copy, friendly, casual, approachable, lively, modern, friendly tone, modern appeal, conversational italic, everyday display, rounded, slanted, soft terminals, humanist, informal.
A rounded, slanted sans with smooth curves, low contrast strokes, and softly finished terminals throughout. Proportions feel compact and slightly condensed, with a relatively small x-height and lively ascender/descender movement that gives the lowercase a handwritten energy while staying cleanly constructed. Counters are open and circular, joins are gentle rather than sharp, and the overall rhythm leans forward with consistent italic momentum. Numerals follow the same rounded construction, with simple, readable forms and a casual, contemporary feel.
Well suited to branding, packaging, and promotional work that benefits from a warm, casual voice. It can also serve for headlines and short-to-medium text in editorial or UI contexts where a friendly italic tone is desired, especially at sizes where its compact proportions remain clear.
The font reads as friendly and informal, with a light, conversational tone driven by its forward slant and rounded shapes. It feels modern and approachable rather than technical or austere, making text appear energetic without becoming flashy.
Likely designed to offer a clean italic sans with added warmth and personality—combining simple, rounded construction with a lively, human feel for contemporary display and brand messaging.
Uppercase forms are straightforward and legible, while the lowercase introduces more personality through curved strokes and soft, slightly calligraphic gestures. Spacing appears even and comfortable in the sample text, supporting smooth word shapes and an easy reading flow.