Sans Normal Utref 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Neuron Angled' by Corradine Fonts and 'Cinta' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, app ui, dynamic, friendly, modern, informal, sporty, add motion, contemporary tone, friendly emphasis, everyday legibility, slanted, rounded, humanist, soft corners, open forms.
This typeface is a slanted sans with rounded, softly tapered strokes and smooth curves that keep the texture even and readable. Capitals are clean and simplified, with subtly rounded terminals and a forward-leaning stance that adds motion without feeling compressed. Lowercase shapes are compact and lively, mixing rounded bowls with angled joins; the single-storey forms (notably the a) and open apertures contribute to clarity at display sizes. Numerals follow the same soft, slightly condensed rhythm, with curved figures and consistent stroke endings that maintain a cohesive, contemporary look.
It works well for headlines, short paragraphs, and brand statements where a sense of motion and approachability is desired. The slant and rounded construction suit contemporary packaging, posters, and digital UI accents, especially in contexts that benefit from a friendly, sporty voice.
The overall tone is energetic and approachable, balancing a modern sans structure with a casual, italic-like emphasis. It feels friendly rather than formal, suggesting speed, activity, and everyday usability without becoming overly playful.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern italicized emphasis within a clean sans framework, adding energy through consistent slant and rounded stroke endings while keeping shapes simple and legible.
Diagonal strokes and angled terminals create a consistent forward momentum across both uppercase and lowercase. Counters stay relatively open and the curves are generously rounded, producing a smooth, dark-but-not-heavy color in paragraphs and headlines alike.