Sans Normal Adlay 8 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui, branding, signage, headlines, infographics, modern, technical, clean, confident, efficient, clarity, modernization, motion, neutrality, system type, oblique, geometric, open apertures, rounded, uniform strokes.
A clean, oblique sans with predominantly geometric construction and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes are uniform and low in contrast, with rounded bowls (C, O, Q) and straightforward, angled terminals that reinforce the slanted momentum. Proportions feel generously spaced and horizontally expansive, with open counters and clear interior shapes; the lowercase shows a compact, functional rhythm with a single-storey “a” and simple, looped “g.” Numerals are similarly streamlined and modern, with rounded figures and minimal ornamentation.
This font is well suited to UI and product typography, where an oblique sans can add dynamism while preserving legibility. It also works effectively for branding, signage, and short-to-medium headlines, and holds up in charts, labels, and infographics thanks to its open counters and even color.
The tone is modern and purposeful, projecting speed and clarity without feeling aggressive. Its oblique stance adds a subtle sense of motion and contemporary polish, suitable for interfaces and brand systems that want to read as current and efficient.
The design appears intended as a contemporary, motion-forward sans that balances geometric simplicity with practical readability. By combining uniform strokes, open forms, and a consistent oblique angle, it aims to deliver a clean, modern voice for digital-first and corporate communications.
The character set shown maintains consistent slant and stroke endings across caps, lowercase, and numerals, producing a cohesive texture in paragraphs. Curves stay smooth and circular, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y, Z) are crisp and prominent, giving the face a slightly engineered feel.