Sans Normal Afres 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Izmir' by Ahmet Altun and 'Endorphin' by Tall Chai (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, editorial, branding, packaging, signage, modern, clean, dynamic, approachable, efficient, clarity, modernization, emphasis, readability, utility, humanist, rounded, oblique, crisp, open.
A slanted sans with smooth, rounded bowls and low-contrast strokes that stay even and steady across curves and diagonals. The shapes are open and legible, with generous apertures and softly squared terminals that read cleanly in both display sizes and text. Curves (C, G, O, Q) are built from near-circular forms, while diagonals and joins (K, M, N, V, W, y) keep a consistent rhythm without sharp calligraphic modulation. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, compact ascenders, and a straightforward dot on i/j, giving the set a contemporary, utilitarian construction.
This font works well for UI and product text where a clear oblique voice helps emphasize actions, states, or secondary hierarchy. It also suits editorial subheads, brand systems, and packaging that benefit from a clean sans with a friendly, contemporary cadence. In larger sizes, the rounded geometry and consistent stroke behavior make it effective for signage and short display lines.
The overall tone is modern and energetic, with the italic angle adding forward motion without feeling aggressive. Rounded forms and open counters keep it friendly and accessible, while the restrained detailing maintains a crisp, professional voice. It feels well-suited to interfaces and everyday branding where clarity and a subtle sense of speed are both desired.
The design appears intended to provide an easy-reading italic sans that stays neutral and functional while still conveying motion and modernity. Its rounded geometry and open apertures suggest a focus on clarity across sizes, with a contemporary, system-friendly character rather than decorative expression.
The figures appear simple and sturdy, with clear differentiation and smooth curves that match the letterforms’ rounded logic. Spacing in the sample text reads even and practical, supporting continuous reading while still feeling lively due to the slant and clean geometric construction.