Sans Normal Ekken 2 is a light, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, editorial, headlines, magazine, packaging, elegant, refined, airy, contemporary, premium tone, modern elegance, italic emphasis, display clarity, soft sophistication, calligraphic, slanted, tapered, humanist, graceful.
A slender, right-slanted design with smooth, continuous curves and gently tapered terminals that create a flowing rhythm. Stroke weight is light overall with visible contrast between main strokes and joining curves, giving counters a bright, open look. Proportions feel generously spaced and slightly extended, with rounded forms (O, C, G) reading cleanly and diagonals (V, W, X) drawn with crisp, controlled joins. The lowercase shows soft, humanist construction with a single-storey a and g, and a simple, unobtrusive i dot; numerals follow the same streamlined, slightly calligraphic logic.
Well-suited to branding and identity work that benefits from a refined, stylish slant, as well as magazine headlines, pull quotes, and other editorial display settings. It can also work effectively on packaging or invitations where a light, elegant typographic presence is desired.
The tone is polished and graceful, suggesting sophistication without feeling overly ornate. Its italic motion adds energy and a sense of forward movement, while the lightness keeps the overall color delicate and high-end.
The design appears intended to deliver an italic voice that is cleaner than traditional script while retaining calligraphic grace. It aims for a modern, premium look with smooth readability and a distinctive, flowing silhouette for display-oriented typography.
Curves dominate the texture, and the tapering at ends helps avoid blunt finishes, which contributes to a smooth, editorial feel in longer lines. The overall rhythm stays consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, maintaining a cohesive, gently formal voice.