Sans Normal Syle 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Tabac Glam' by Suitcase Type Foundry and 'Cabrito Contrast' and 'Haboro Contrast' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book design, branding, headlines, elegant, refined, lively, classic, emphasis, sophistication, expressive text, editorial tone, calligraphic, brisk, angled, dynamic, crisp.
A slanted, high-contrast italic with a crisp, drawn quality and tapered stroke endings. Curves are smooth and elliptical, while straights lean forward with a steady, consistent angle. The design favors open counters and clear interior space, with a compact, even x-height and relatively tall capitals. Terminals often resolve into subtle wedges or thin hairlines rather than blunt cuts, giving the overall texture a light, rhythmic sparkle in text.
Well-suited to editorial typography where an italic voice is needed for emphasis, pull quotes, and stylish subheads. It also works for magazine and book applications that benefit from a refined, high-contrast texture, as well as brand messaging and packaging where a cultured, premium tone is desired.
The tone reads polished and literary, balancing sophistication with energetic forward motion. Its contrast and italic stance evoke editorial and classical references, feeling upscale and expressive without becoming ornamental.
The design appears intended to deliver a sophisticated italic with strong contrast and a clean, modern finish—an expressive companion style that remains legible and controlled in running text while adding a distinctive, elegant slant.
Capital forms show restrained, inscription-like shaping with minimal embellishment, while lowercase letters carry more of the italic character through tapered joins and occasional sweeping exits. Figures appear similarly slanted and contrasty, with graceful curves and fine top/bottom hairlines that emphasize a delicate, stylish cadence.