Sans Normal Gelum 8 is a light, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, children’s content, packaging, posters, social graphics, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, clean, approachability, simplicity, readability, warmth, rounded, soft, hand-drawn, informal, open.
A rounded sans with monoline strokes and softly curved terminals that give the outlines a gentle, drawn feel. The proportions are open and simple, with generous counters (notably in O, e, a, and g) and smooth, circular bowls. Curves dominate over sharp corners, while straight stems remain slightly softened, creating an even, steady rhythm in text. Uppercase forms are straightforward and legible; the lowercase leans toward single-storey construction with uncomplicated joins and a clear, uncluttered silhouette.
Well-suited for user-interface labels, app or web headings, and short passages where a friendly tone is desired. It also fits packaging, posters, and social graphics that benefit from an approachable, playful neutrality, as well as educational or kid-oriented materials where clean, rounded forms aid quick recognition.
The overall tone is friendly and relaxed, with a subtle hand-made warmth that keeps it from feeling rigid or corporate. Its rounded shapes and mild irregularity read as approachable and lightly playful, making the voice feel conversational rather than formal.
The font appears intended to provide a clean, readable sans with a softer, more personable feel than strictly geometric or neutral designs. Its simplified constructions and rounded finishing aim to balance clarity with an informal, welcoming character.
The design maintains consistent stroke thickness across letters and numerals, supporting clear shapes at display and short-text sizes. Numerals follow the same rounded logic, with smooth curves and simple construction that matches the letterforms’ informal character.