Sans Normal Kiros 5 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, headlines, posters, branding, signage, modern, dynamic, clean, sporty, technical, built-in emphasis, modern utility, geometric clarity, motion cue, oblique, geometric, rounded, crisp, streamlined.
This typeface is a slanted sans with a clean, low-contrast stroke and a distinctly geometric construction. Curves are smooth and round (notably in O/C/G), while joins and terminals are cut with crisp, angled endings that reinforce the forward lean. Proportions feel compact through the lowercase, with a relatively short x-height and straightforward, single-storey-style simplicity in many forms; the rhythm is even and uncluttered, with consistent stroke weight and minimal modulation. Figures are similarly oblique and sturdy, matching the letterforms’ streamlined, slightly condensed feel in running text.
It works well for interface labels, navigation, and product typography where a modern slanted sans can add momentum without becoming decorative. The clean shapes and consistent color also suit headlines, posters, and brand systems needing a crisp, contemporary voice, as well as short signage and wayfinding where an oblique emphasis is desired.
The overall tone is contemporary and energetic, with a purposeful, forward-moving posture. Its clean geometry and restrained detailing read as practical and efficient, while the oblique stance adds motion and a mildly sporty, tech-adjacent character.
The design appears intended to provide a neutral, geometric sans voice with built-in emphasis via a strong oblique angle. It prioritizes clarity, consistency, and a sense of motion, offering a streamlined companion for modern display and functional text settings.
The italic angle is strong enough to be a defining feature, and the design relies on simple shapes and sharp cut terminals rather than calligraphic cues. Counters remain fairly open for a compact style, helping the font stay legible while retaining a tight, fast rhythm.