Sans Normal Efkis 8 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: interface, branding, editorial, packaging, signage, modern, clean, friendly, dynamic, casual, clarity, approachability, contemporary tone, motion, monoline, rounded, oblique, open apertures, soft corners.
A monoline sans with an oblique, forward-leaning skeleton and rounded, gently ovalized curves. Proportions feel tall and airy, with compact ascenders/descenders relative to the lively, prominent lowercase, and smooth joins that keep the texture even across words. Counters are open and shapes stay simple and geometric, while the slant and slight stroke modulation from curves introduce a subtle rhythm. Numerals follow the same soft, continuous construction, reading clearly at text sizes.
Works well for UI labels, product branding, and editorial subheads where a modern italic voice is desired without sacrificing clarity. It also suits packaging and signage that benefit from a soft, approachable tone and quick readability at medium sizes.
The overall tone is contemporary and approachable, combining a clean, technical simplicity with a conversational, energetic slant. It feels friendly rather than severe, making it suitable for brands that want modern clarity without looking rigid.
Designed to provide a streamlined sans-serif with an inherent italic voice—clean, open, and readable—aimed at contemporary communication where a sense of motion and friendliness is useful.
Letterforms show consistent rounding at terminals and corners, producing a smooth flow in continuous text. The italic stance is integral to the design rather than a simple mechanical skew, which helps maintain balanced spacing and a coherent word shape.