Sans Normal Gulef 16 is a very light, very narrow, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
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A delicate, linear sans with consistently thin strokes and a smooth, rounded construction. Curves are drawn as clean arcs with minimal modulation, while terminals are simple and unobtrusive, giving the letters a pared-back, contemporary silhouette. Proportions feel tall and compact, with tight internal counters and generous sidebearings that create an even, breathable rhythm in text. The numerals match the restrained drawing, with rounded forms and straightforward, legible shapes that keep the texture light.
Best suited to display settings where its fine strokes can stay crisp—headlines, short taglines, brand marks, packaging, and editorial pull quotes. It can also work for UI labels or navigation at comfortable sizes with ample line spacing, where its open rhythm and clean shapes read smoothly.
The overall tone is quiet and refined, leaning toward a modern, architectural minimalism. Its thin, uncluttered forms feel gentle and unobtrusive, producing an elegant, understated presence rather than a bold statement.
The design appears intended to deliver a sleek, contemporary sans voice with a light footprint and a carefully controlled rhythm. It prioritizes clarity and elegance through simple geometry and restrained detailing, aiming for a refined, modern typographic texture.
In the text sample the letterforms maintain a consistent, even color across longer lines, with clear differentiation between similar shapes (notably I/l/1 and O/0 by their distinct constructions). The design’s restraint emphasizes whitespace and line flow, making spacing and line height especially influential to the final look.