Sans Normal Ekkeh 10 is a light, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, subheads, editorial, branding, magazines, elegant, airy, refined, contemporary, elegant display, editorial tone, modern refinement, fluid readability, calligraphic, slanted, high-waisted, open counters, tapered strokes.
A slanted, monoline-leaning design with gentle contrast created by tapered stroke endings and subtly swelling curves. Letterforms are open and rounded with smooth, continuous joins, giving the alphabet an even, flowing rhythm. Proportions feel horizontally generous, and the curves (notably in bowls and rounds) are softly elliptical rather than rigidly geometric. Terminals are clean and pointed to softly sheared, with no pronounced bracketed features, producing a crisp, modern finish across text and numerals.
Well-suited to headlines and subheads where a refined slanted voice is desired, and it performs nicely in editorial settings such as magazines, lookbooks, and promotional copy. It can also support branding and packaging that aims for a modern, premium tone, especially where a light, airy typographic texture is beneficial.
The overall tone is poised and sophisticated, with a fashion-forward, editorial feel. Its slant and tapered detailing add a sense of motion and finesse, reading as polished rather than casual. The texture on the page is light and breathable, suggesting premium, contemporary communication.
The design appears intended to provide a sleek, contemporary italic voice with smooth curves and clean terminals, balancing elegance with readability. Its wide proportions and open forms suggest an aim for approachable sophistication in display and short-to-medium text applications.
The sample text shows consistent spacing and a smooth baseline flow, with clear differentiation between similar shapes (for example, the round forms versus angled diagonals). Numerals share the same slanted, tapered logic, helping mixed-content settings look cohesive. The design favors clarity through open apertures and restrained detailing, keeping the overall color even in longer lines.