Sans Normal Kikav 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, quotes, friendly, lively, retro, informal, approachable, warmth, motion, approachability, casual emphasis, human tone, rounded, soft, jaunty, calligraphic, bouncy.
This typeface has a right-leaning italic construction with soft, rounded terminals and gently tapered strokes that suggest a subtle calligraphic influence. Curves are generous and smooth, with slightly blunted ends rather than sharp cuts, giving letters a cushioned, readable texture. Proportions feel moderately wide with open counters, and the rhythm is lively—particularly in letters with bowls and diagonals—creating a warm, somewhat elastic flow across words. Numerals match the letterforms with similarly rounded shapes and a consistent, easygoing texture.
It works well for short-to-medium text where a friendly, expressive voice is desired—such as headlines, brand messaging, packaging copy, posters, pull quotes, and promotional materials. It can also suit editorial sidebars or introductions where a softer, more informal emphasis is useful.
The overall tone is upbeat and personable, with a lightly retro, human feel. Its italic slant and softened endings add motion and friendliness, making text feel conversational rather than formal or institutional.
The font appears designed to blend the clarity of a simple, rounded structure with an italic, hand-influenced liveliness. The softened terminals and smooth curves aim to keep the texture welcoming while providing enough structure for comfortable reading in display and larger text settings.
The design maintains consistent softness across uppercase and lowercase, with clear differentiation between similarly shaped forms (for example, the rounded lowercase bowls and the distinct italicized diagonals). The italic angle is noticeable without becoming overly cursive, keeping letterforms discrete and legible in continuous reading.