Sans Normal Afkur 18 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aribau Grotesk' by Emtype Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, ui display, modern, dynamic, clean, friendly, techy, modern emphasis, visual motion, clean readability, contemporary branding, oblique, rounded, geometric, crisp, streamlined.
This typeface is a slanted sans with smooth, rounded curves and clean, uniform stroke thickness. Letterforms lean consistently to the right with gently sheared terminals, giving a clear oblique rhythm rather than a calligraphic construction. Counters are open and mostly circular/elliptical, and the overall geometry feels tidy and engineered. Uppercase shapes are straightforward and spacious, while lowercase forms keep simple bowls and apertures; the single-storey a and g reinforce a contemporary, geometric sensibility. Numerals are similarly streamlined, with balanced proportions and simple, readable silhouettes.
It suits headlines, short passages, and brand marks where a forward-leaning, modern voice is desired. The clear shapes and open counters make it a good candidate for UI or product display text, as well as packaging and promotional materials where a clean, contemporary oblique can add emphasis without becoming ornate.
The overall tone is modern and energetic, with the oblique angle adding motion and a mildly sporty feel. Rounded forms keep it approachable, while the crisp geometry reads as contemporary and product-oriented rather than decorative.
The font appears designed to deliver a contemporary sans voice with added momentum through a consistent oblique slant. Its simple geometry and rounded construction suggest an intention to balance clarity and friendliness while staying suitable for modern digital and brand contexts.
The design maintains a steady visual color across the alphabet, with minimal modulation and consistent curvature. Round letters (C, O, Q) feel especially smooth and even, and diagonals (V, W, X, Y) appear sturdy and well-aligned, supporting clear display use.