Sans Normal Idges 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Core Sans G' and 'Core Sans GS' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, editorial, ui text, friendly, casual, approachable, playful, contemporary, warmth, approachability, informality, readability, modernity, rounded, soft terminals, humanist, open counters, lively rhythm.
A slanted sans with rounded, softly modulated strokes and smooth curve work. Terminals tend to be gently blunted rather than sharply cut, giving letters a soft, approachable finish. The proportions feel humanist and slightly uneven in a deliberate way, with open apertures and generous counters that keep forms clear. Curves dominate the construction (notably in C, O, S, and lowercase bowls), while diagonals in A, K, V, W, and Y stay clean and stable. Figures are simple and readable, with rounded shaping and consistent spacing that supports continuous text.
Well-suited to brand identities that want an approachable voice, as well as packaging and promotional work where friendly clarity is important. It also works for editorial pull quotes, headings, and short paragraphs that benefit from a lively italic texture. In UI or product contexts, it can add warmth to labels, onboarding, and microcopy when a neutral-but-personal tone is desired.
The overall tone is friendly and informal, with a lighthearted, conversational feel. The italic slant and rounded detailing create a sense of motion and warmth, making the type feel personable rather than rigid or technical.
The design appears intended to provide an everyday, modern sans with a softer, more personable italic voice. Its rounded construction and open forms aim to balance friendliness with straightforward legibility across a range of sizes.
Letterforms maintain a consistent softness across cases, and the lowercase shows a particularly smooth, handwritten-adjacent flow without becoming script-like. The sample text suggests comfortable readability at display and short-text sizes, aided by open counters and clear interior shapes.