Sans Normal Ebris 1 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Expressway' and 'Expressway Soft' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, branding, editorial, packaging, signage, modern, clean, neutral, dynamic, approachable, clarity, versatility, emphasis, modernity, friendliness, humanist, oblique, open apertures, soft curves, rounded forms.
A slanted, sans-serif design with smooth, rounded curves and largely monoline strokes. Proportions feel vertically generous, with compact ascenders/descenders relative to a tall lowercase body, producing a crisp, efficient texture in text. Terminals are mostly clean and gently softened rather than sharply cut, and counters stay open and readable. The overall rhythm is even, with subtle humanist shaping that keeps round letters fluid and prevents the italic angle from feeling rigid or mechanical.
Well-suited for interface copy, product branding, and general-purpose editorial typography where a clean italic voice is needed for emphasis or tone. The open shapes and steady stroke weight also make it effective for short headlines, captions, and wayfinding-style signage at moderate sizes.
The tone is contemporary and straightforward, with an energetic forward lean that adds motion without becoming flashy. Its soft curves and open forms read as friendly and accessible, while the restrained detailing keeps it professional and neutral.
The design appears intended as a versatile italic sans for everyday communication: modern, legible, and unobtrusively expressive. Its construction prioritizes clarity and consistency while using the slant and rounded geometry to add a subtle sense of motion and warmth.
Numerals are clear and pragmatic, matching the lowercase’s soft geometry and maintaining consistent stroke color. Diagonal-heavy letters (like K, V, W, X, Y) emphasize the oblique direction, giving headings a slightly faster, more kinetic feel than the same text set upright would.