Sans Normal Eplas 5 is a very light, very wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: branding, editorial, headlines, packaging, ui text, airy, sleek, modern, approachable, calm, modernize, add motion, stay minimal, increase openness, monoline, rounded, open apertures, humanist.
A monoline sans with a pronounced forward slant and generous horizontal proportions. Curves are drawn with smooth, circular logic and terminals are clean and unembellished, giving the letterforms a crisp, streamlined finish. Counters are roomy and apertures stay open, which helps maintain clarity despite the wide stance. The overall rhythm is even and flowing, with rounded joins and a consistent stroke that reads cleanly in both uppercase and lowercase.
Well suited to branding and identity work that wants a modern, lightweight feel, as well as headlines and short editorial passages where its width and slant can create a distinctive texture. It can also work for UI or product copy in larger sizes where an open, clean sans with an italic voice is desired.
The tone is light, contemporary, and relaxed—more friendly than clinical. Its italic motion adds a sense of pace and elegance without becoming formal, producing a refined, easygoing voice suited to modern communication.
The design appears aimed at a contemporary italic sans that emphasizes openness and smooth geometric curves, balancing a sleek, modern presence with approachable readability. Its wide, flowing construction suggests a focus on elegant display and brand-forward typography rather than dense, space-saving text.
Uppercase forms keep broad, geometric silhouettes (notably in round letters), while the lowercase maintains soft, rounded construction and simple, unobtrusive details. Numerals follow the same smooth, airy drawing, aligning visually with the letters for cohesive text and display use.