Sans Normal Afkur 14 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nicky Sans' by Digitype Studio, 'Aribau Grotesk' by Emtype Foundry, 'CF Asty' by Fonts.GR, and 'Glot' and 'Glot Round' by Wordshape (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, headlines, ui, posters, signage, modern, clean, dynamic, techy, sporty, emphasis, modernization, clarity, speed, monoline, oblique, geometric, open counters, generous spacing.
This is a slanted, monoline sans with geometric underpinnings and smooth, round bowls. Strokes stay even and low-contrast, with gently squared terminals that keep the forms crisp rather than calligraphic. Uppercase shapes read broad and stable, while the lowercase shows open apertures and simple, functional construction; counters are clear and the overall spacing feels airy. Figures are straightforward and contemporary, with rounded forms (notably 0 and 8) balancing more angular diagonals.
It works well for branding systems, headlines, and short-to-medium text where a clean, modern italic voice is desired. The open counters and straightforward numerals also make it suitable for UI labels, dashboards, and signage where quick recognition matters.
The consistent oblique angle and clean geometry give the font a contemporary, forward-moving tone. It feels efficient and utilitarian, with a slightly sporty momentum that suits modern interfaces and branded messaging without becoming decorative.
The design appears intended to provide a modern, geometric-leaning sans in a built-in italic for emphasis and motion, while keeping stroke behavior simple and highly legible. It prioritizes clarity and a cohesive slanted rhythm for contemporary editorial and interface use.
The italicization is built into the design rather than added as a subtle slant, creating a strong directional rhythm across lines of text. Diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) are prominent and crisp, while round letters maintain smooth curvature, producing a balanced, modern texture in paragraphs.