Sans Normal Ednid 2 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Laca' and 'Laca Pro' by Nova Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, branding, magazines, packaging, ui text, modern, clean, casual, friendly, italic emphasis, everyday readability, modern neutrality, friendly tone, rounded, open apertures, humanist, airy, slanted.
This typeface is a lightly slanted sans with smooth, rounded construction and an even, steady rhythm. Curves are generously open in letters like C, S, and e, while terminals are clean and largely unadorned, keeping the texture crisp. Uppercase forms are straightforward and geometric-leaning, contrasted by a more humanist lowercase with simple, single-storey shapes (notably a and g) and compact, tidy joins. Figures are clear and balanced, with ample interior space and consistent stroke behavior across the set.
It suits editorial settings such as magazines, pull quotes, and headlines where a clean italic voice is needed without sharp contrast or ornate details. The friendly, open forms also work well for contemporary branding, packaging, and short-to-medium UI text where a softer, more personable tone is desired.
Overall it feels contemporary and approachable—more relaxed than a rigid geometric italic, but still polished and controlled. The slant adds a sense of motion and informality that reads as conversational and editorial rather than corporate or technical.
The design appears intended as a versatile italic companion with a modern, rounded sans sensibility—prioritizing smooth readability, open shapes, and an easygoing pace. It aims to provide emphasis and motion while remaining neutral enough for broad, everyday use.
The glyph set maintains a consistent slant and smooth curvature, creating a cohesive typographic color in paragraphs. Letterforms favor clarity through open counters and restrained detailing, which helps preserve legibility while keeping the tone soft and modern.