Sans Normal Volof 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans', 'Artegra Soft', and 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra; 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign; and 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, logos, packaging, posters, app ui, sporty, friendly, casual, retro, emphasis, momentum, approachability, impact, rounded, soft terminals, compact, energetic, informal.
A compact italic sans with rounded, softly blunted terminals and smoothly curved joins. Strokes stay largely even throughout, with minimal modulation, creating a sturdy, continuous texture. Proportions are slightly condensed with tight counters and short extenders, while the italic slant adds forward motion and a lively rhythm. Forms favor simple geometric bowls and arcs, and the overall silhouette reads clean and cohesive at display sizes.
Works best for headlines, short promotional copy, and brand marks where a bold italic voice can carry personality. It also suits packaging, labels, sports or lifestyle graphics, and UI moments like buttons or feature callouts where compact width and high presence are useful.
The tone is energetic and approachable, combining a sporty slant with soft, rounded endings that keep it friendly rather than aggressive. It suggests casual confidence—well suited to upbeat messaging, youth-oriented branding, and situations where you want motion and warmth without looking formal.
Likely designed to deliver a contemporary, high-impact italic sans with a rounded, friendly finish—pairing speed and emphasis with approachable shapes for modern branding and display typography.
The figures and capitals maintain the same rounded, compact logic as the lowercase, supporting consistent color in mixed alphanumeric settings. The italic angle is pronounced enough to be expressive, but the steady stroke weight helps preserve clarity and punch in short lines and headlines.