Sans Normal Kimak 9 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Power Grotesk' by Power Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, ui labels, posters, editorial, modern, clean, dynamic, technical, emphasis, clarity, contemporary tone, motion, oblique, humanist, open apertures, generous spacing, soft corners.
A slanted sans with smooth, low-contrast strokes and broadly open counters. The forms lean consistently with a steady rhythm, combining rounded bowls with crisp, straight terminals and gently softened joins. Uppercase shapes are wide and airy, while lowercase maintains a balanced x-height with clear differentiation between similar forms; numerals follow the same rounded, slightly geometric construction. Overall spacing feels generous, producing an even texture in both all-caps and mixed-case settings.
It suits headlines and subheads where a clean, energetic slant helps create hierarchy and momentum. The even color and open forms also make it appropriate for interface labels, product branding, and editorial layouts that need a contemporary italic voice without excessive flourish.
The overall tone is modern and forward-leaning, with an efficient, contemporary voice. Its oblique stance adds motion and emphasis without feeling overly expressive, keeping the impression crisp, professional, and slightly sporty.
The design appears intended as a versatile oblique sans for emphasis and forward motion, pairing contemporary, rounded construction with straightforward, readable proportions. It aims to deliver a clean typographic texture that remains legible while adding subtle dynamism.
Curves are kept smooth and controlled, and apertures remain open for clarity at display and text sizes. The italic angle is consistent across letters and numerals, supporting coherent emphasis in longer passages.