Sans Normal Ulmab 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, book covers, playful, hand-drawn, quirky, retro, friendly, personality, warmth, approachability, space-saving, nostalgia, condensed, rounded, organic, informal, lively.
A condensed sans with rounded, softly irregular curves and subtly varied stroke widths that suggest a drawn construction rather than rigid geometry. Counters are open and oval, terminals are generally blunt and slightly flared, and straight strokes often show gentle curvature or tapering that adds rhythm. The overall color is even and readable, with a slightly bouncy baseline feel created by small inconsistencies in proportions and joins.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks where its narrow footprint and playful texture can stand out. It can also work for short bursts of text—taglines, pull quotes, and menus—when a friendly, informal voice is desired.
The face reads as upbeat and personable, with a quirky, vintage-leaning charm. Its narrow, animated forms give text a conversational tone that feels casual and approachable rather than corporate or austere.
The design appears intended to deliver an approachable, handmade look in a space-efficient, condensed silhouette. Its controlled irregularities add personality while keeping letterforms familiar enough for comfortable reading at display sizes.
Uppercase forms are compact and simplified, while the lowercase carries more character through asymmetric bowls and lively joins, helping mixed-case text feel expressive. Numerals follow the same narrow, rounded logic, staying clear and consistent with the letterforms.