Sans Normal Afgul 21 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mute' by Indian Type Foundry; 'Famiar' by Mans Greback; and 'Acto', 'Morandi', and 'Prelo Pro' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, logos, packaging, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, energetic, emphasis, impact, motion, modernity, clarity, slanted, geometric, clean, crisp, compact.
A slanted sans with sturdy, even strokes and rounded, geometric construction. Curves are smooth and controlled, with compact apertures and a generally tight, efficient rhythm across the alphabet. Uppercase forms are broad and stable, while lowercase keeps a straightforward, single-storey feel in key shapes, maintaining clarity at display sizes. Numerals follow the same simplified, contemporary drawing with consistent weight and clean joins.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and short-form copy where a bold, fast-moving voice is helpful. It can work well for branding and packaging that aims for a modern, active impression, and for logos where a slanted, geometric sans identity is desired.
The overall tone is energetic and forward-leaning, conveying motion and decisiveness. It reads as contemporary and utilitarian rather than decorative, with a confident, sporty edge that suits emphatic messaging.
Likely designed to provide a strong, contemporary italic sans that feels fast and assertive while staying clean and broadly usable. The emphasis appears to be on high-impact readability, consistent geometry, and a cohesive look across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals.
The italic angle is pronounced enough to create momentum without collapsing counters, and the letterforms keep a consistent geometric logic across caps, lowercase, and figures. The heavy stroke and compact internal spaces make it most comfortable when given enough size and breathing room, especially in dense text settings.