Sans Normal Efbem 14 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, product branding, editorial, infographics, presentations, modern, clean, technical, neutral, crisp, emphasis, clarity, neutrality, modernity, humanist, geometric, airy, slanted, open.
A slanted sans with smooth, rounded construction and a consistent, even stroke. Curves are largely circular/elliptical with clean joins and minimal modulation, giving a calm rhythm and clear silhouettes. Proportions feel balanced with open apertures and generous internal counters; the lowercase shows straightforward, single-storey forms where expected (notably a and g), while ascenders are tall and descenders moderate. Numerals follow the same simple, rounded logic, with clear differentiation between forms and a slightly drawn, linear feel from the oblique angle.
This style suits UI labels, navigation, dashboards, and data-driven layouts where a clean italic voice is needed without heavy emphasis. It also fits contemporary branding systems and editorial sidebars/captions, as well as infographics and presentation typography that benefits from a crisp, slanted sans.
The overall tone is contemporary and pragmatic, with an understated italic motion that reads as efficient rather than expressive. It suggests speed and clarity—more "designed" than casual—while staying neutral enough for general interface and editorial use.
The design appears intended as a modern italic companion for a neutral sans system, providing forward motion and emphasis while preserving clarity through open forms and restrained detailing.
The oblique angle is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, and the spacing reads even in the sample text, supporting continuous reading. Round letters (o, c, e) appear especially smooth and open, while diagonals (v, w, x, y) stay sharp without becoming brittle.