Sans Normal Afles 12 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aukim' by AukimVisuel, 'Carrol' by Sarid Ezra, and 'Devina Rodent' by UICreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, headlines, posters, ui labels, packaging, modern, dynamic, clean, sporty, confident, add motion, contemporary clarity, friendly utility, display emphasis, oblique, geometric, rounded, monoline, open apertures.
A slanted sans with smooth, rounded construction and largely monoline strokes. Curves are broad and clean, with open apertures and simple, uncluttered terminals that keep counters airy. Proportions feel balanced and contemporary, with a steady rhythm and a slightly forward-leaning, streamlined silhouette across both uppercase and lowercase. Numerals are sturdy and straightforward, matching the same rounded, geometric logic.
This style works well for branding systems that want a contemporary, kinetic feel, as well as headlines, posters, and short promotional copy where the slant adds immediacy. It can also serve UI labels, wayfinding, and packaging callouts when a clean sans voice is needed with a bit more motion than an upright cut.
The overall tone is modern and energetic, with a sense of motion from the consistent slant. It reads as confident and practical rather than ornamental, projecting a crisp, contemporary voice suitable for punchy messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a versatile, modern sans with an italic stance that adds energy without sacrificing clarity. Its rounded geometry and open forms suggest an aim for approachable, high-contrast legibility in display and short-text settings while maintaining a cohesive, system-friendly texture.
Round letters like O/C/G show smooth, even curvature, while diagonals (A/V/W/X/Y) emphasize the font’s athletic, forward-driving feel. The lowercase is simple and functional, with a clear, single-storey look where applicable and compact joins that support fast scanning in short lines.