Sans Normal Gelif 12 is a very light, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, interfaces, posters, branding, packaging, airy, friendly, modern, clean, playful, modern neutrality, soft geometry, light elegance, readable simplicity, rounded, geometric, open apertures, minimal, soft.
A delicate, rounded sans with monoline construction and generous interior space. Curves are drawn with smooth circular geometry, while straight strokes terminate with softened, slightly rounded ends rather than sharp cuts. Proportions feel lightly condensed in places with wide counters, and spacing is open enough to keep the thin strokes from clogging at text sizes. Numerals and lowercase share the same calm, even rhythm, with a single-storey “a” and “g” reinforcing the simplified, geometric approach.
Well suited to short-to-medium editorial settings, UI labels, and contemporary branding where a light, airy texture is desirable. It also works for posters and packaging that need a modern, friendly tone without heavy visual weight.
The overall tone is light and approachable, combining a clean modern look with a gentle, almost whimsical softness. Its thin strokes and rounded joins give it an elegant, quiet presence rather than a loud display feel.
The design appears intended to provide a minimal, geometric sans with softened details for a contemporary feel, prioritizing openness and a smooth reading rhythm. Its simplified lowercase forms and rounded construction suggest a focus on clean versatility with a personable edge.
Several shapes emphasize openness and clarity—round letters like C, G, O and Q keep broad counters, and the design avoids aggressive angles. The punctuation and dots appear small and neat, matching the restrained stroke weight and contributing to a refined, uncluttered texture in running text.