Sans Normal Etbef 17 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, packaging, airy, modern, minimal, elegant, delicate, refinement, modernity, minimalism, display clarity, geometric order, monoline, geometric, rounded, slanted, open counters.
This typeface is an ultra-fine, monoline sans with a consistent rightward slant and smooth, geometric curves. Forms lean on near-circular bowls and open apertures, paired with long, straight diagonals and clean joins that stay crisp even at hairline thickness. Proportions feel balanced and contemporary, with generous internal space and a light, even rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited to display typography where its hairline construction can remain clear—such as headlines, pull quotes, magazine layouts, lookbooks, and refined brand applications. It can work well for large-format posters and packaging where a light, modern tone is desired and reproduction quality is high.
The overall tone is refined and understated, projecting a quiet, contemporary elegance rather than assertiveness. Its slender strokes and measured slant give it a sleek, fashion-forward feel with a calm, editorial restraint.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, geometric sans voice in a distinctly light, italicized drawing—favoring clarity through simple construction, generous counters, and consistent monoline strokes. It prioritizes elegance and visual economy, aiming for a clean, modern texture in short to medium-length settings.
Round letters (like O, Q, and numerals such as 0, 8, 9) emphasize smooth, continuous geometry, while angled letters (A, K, V, W, X, Y) contribute a precise, technical cadence. The sample text shows an even texture at larger sizes, with punctuation and dots rendered as small, unobtrusive points that match the font’s delicate voice.