Inline Ehni 8 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, art deco, retro, neon, showcard, playful, decorative impact, retro signage, dimensional effect, headline voice, inline, outline, geometric, monoline, rounded.
A geometric sans with open, airy construction and a distinctive inline treatment that splits each stroke, creating a hollowed, double-line effect. Strokes are largely monoline and clean, with rounded corners and smooth curves that keep counters generous and legible. Proportions are fairly even and modern, with simple, schematic forms (round O/C, straightforward diagonals) and consistent rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited to display typography where the inline detail can be appreciated: posters, headlines, event graphics, signage, and logo wordmarks. It can also add a retro accent on packaging or editorial cover lines, especially when set with ample tracking and generous size.
The inline carving and open interiors evoke classic sign lettering and early 20th‑century display typography, giving the face a retro, marquee-like sparkle. It reads as upbeat and attention-seeking, with a crisp, decorative tone that feels at home in branding and headline settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a decorative, sign-inspired voice by combining simple geometric letterforms with an inline cut that suggests illumination or engraved striping. It prioritizes visual impact and a memorable texture over neutral text setting.
The inline detail becomes the dominant texture in text, producing a striped, dimensional look that rewards larger sizes. Numerals and round letters (0/8/O/Q) emphasize the concentric styling, while straight-sided letters (E/F/H/N) maintain a clean, architectural feel.