Sans Normal Utkam 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Franklin Gothic', 'ITC Franklin', and 'ITC Franklin Gothic LT' by ITC; 'Hamburg Serial' and 'Plymouth Serial' by SoftMaker; 'TS Franklin Gothic' and 'TS Plymouth' by TypeShop Collection; and 'Franklin Gothic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, branding, headlines, signage, posters, modern, clean, dynamic, neutral, efficient, emphasis, clarity, modernization, efficiency, motion, slanted, geometric, rounded, open counters, crisp terminals.
A slanted sans with a smooth, geometric backbone and rounded curves. Strokes appear even and steady, with clean joins and crisp, mostly straight-cut terminals. The uppercase shows broad, open shapes with generous internal space, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, contemporary construction and clear differentiation between characters. Overall rhythm is orderly and consistent, with a forward-leaning stance that adds motion without becoming decorative.
This font works well for short to medium-length settings where a contemporary italic sans is desired—UI labels and navigation, branding lines, headlines, and signage. Its clean shapes and open counters help it stay readable at smaller sizes, while the slant makes it effective for emphasis and directional, action-oriented messaging.
The tone is modern and businesslike, with a streamlined, no-nonsense feel. The italic angle lends a sense of speed and emphasis, giving the face an energetic but still restrained presence suited to contemporary interfaces and editorial accents.
The design appears intended as a practical, modern italic sans that balances clarity with a sense of motion. Its geometric, rounded construction and restrained detailing suggest a focus on versatile, everyday typographic use where emphasis and contemporary tone are needed without sacrificing legibility.
Counters stay open and legible in letters like a, e, s, and g, and the figures read clearly with uncomplicated silhouettes. The slant is consistent across cases and numerals, creating a cohesive emphasis style that remains relatively calm and readable.