Sans Normal Arbis 7 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Caldstone' and 'Caldstone Variable' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, brand systems, editorial, marketing, signage, neutral, friendly, contemporary, clean, approachable, versatility, legibility, modernity, approachability, brand clarity, humanist, open apertures, soft curves, tapered joins, ink-trap hints.
A clean, modern sans with gently rounded geometry and subtly humanist modulation in key joints. Strokes are largely uniform, but several letters show slight tapering and soft transitions, giving the shapes a less mechanical feel. Counters are open and spacious, with rounded bowls (C, O, G) and clear, straightforward construction in the capitals; the lowercase includes a single-storey a and g, plus a hooked j and a curved-terminal y that add character. Numerals are smooth and readable with mild curvature and occasional curled terminals, maintaining a consistent rhythm with the text forms.
This font suits interfaces, product copy, and general-purpose branding where clarity at a range of sizes is important. Its open shapes and steady rhythm also work well for editorial layouts and marketing headlines that need a modern, friendly voice, and for straightforward signage where quick recognition matters.
The overall tone is contemporary and approachable, balancing neutrality with small, friendly quirks in the lowercase and numerals. It reads as confident and clear rather than stark, making it suitable for everyday communication where warmth and legibility should coexist.
The design appears intended as a versatile, contemporary sans for broad everyday use, combining clean geometry with subtle humanist cues to avoid a sterile feel. Small idiosyncrasies in select lowercase letters and numerals provide recognizability while keeping the overall texture even and readable in paragraphs.
Letterforms show consistent rounding and balanced spacing, with several terminals finishing in softened, slightly flared or curled shapes that create a distinctive texture in running text. The mix of straightforward uppercase and more expressive lowercase details gives the font personality without becoming decorative.