Sans Normal Ekman 3 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, branding, magazines, interfaces, presentations, clean, modern, airy, refined, dynamic, emphasis, modernization, clarity, elegance, slanted, humanist, open, rounded, crisp.
A slanted sans with clean, rounded construction and a gently calligraphic rhythm. Strokes stay smooth and even while showing subtle modulation, especially through curves and joins. Counters are open and generous, terminals are mostly sheared and crisp, and the overall spacing feels measured rather than tight. The numerals follow the same streamlined, slightly elegant logic, with clear forms and a consistent forward motion.
Works well for editorial typography, magazine headlines and decks, and brand systems that want a clean, contemporary slant. It can also serve in UI and presentation contexts where a lighter, more refined italic voice is needed for emphasis or contrast alongside upright text.
The tone is modern and polished, with an energetic forward lean that reads as agile and contemporary. It feels refined without becoming formal, and its openness keeps it approachable for editorial and brand-forward settings.
Likely designed as a versatile slanted companion for modern sans typography, balancing clarity with a touch of sophistication. The intention appears to be a neutral, broadly usable italic that maintains smooth reading flow while adding motion and emphasis.
The design favors clear, unobtrusive shapes over quirky gestures, with a consistent slant across caps, lowercase, and figures. Round letters (like O/C/e) read especially smooth and balanced, while diagonals (like A/V/W) reinforce the lively, directional texture.