Sans Normal Utnat 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EF Diamanti Condensed' by Elsner+Flake; 'FS Albert Paneuropean' by Fontsmith; 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign; and 'Core Sans M', 'Core Sans N', 'Core Sans N SC', and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, energetic, impact, motion, display, modern branding, athletic tone, oblique, geometric, clean, compact, rounded.
A slanted sans with sturdy, even strokes and smooth, rounded curves. The forms lean consistently to the right with a compact, forward-pressing rhythm, and terminals are clean and unadorned. Counters are relatively open for the weight, while joins stay tight and controlled, giving letters a cohesive, engineered feel. Uppercase shapes read crisp and structural, and the lowercase keeps a simple, contemporary construction with a single-storey “a” and a clean, looped “g” that maintains the same oblique momentum.
This font performs best in short to medium-length settings where its strong slant and dense weight can project impact—headlines, campaigns, packaging callouts, and brand marks. It’s also a natural fit for sports and performance-themed design systems, where the forward motion supports energetic, directional messaging.
The overall tone is assertive and in-motion, with a sporty, contemporary attitude. The pronounced slant and solid color create a sense of speed and confidence, suited to messaging that wants to feel active and direct rather than formal or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, athletic sans voice with clear, punchy silhouettes and a consistent oblique stance. Its emphasis is on immediacy and visual drive, prioritizing strong shapes and cohesive rhythm for display-oriented typography.
Figures share the same forward lean and solid presence as the letters, making mixed alphanumeric settings look unified. The italic angle is strong enough to be a defining characteristic, so it will visually dominate in layouts where an upright counterpart might otherwise recede.