Sans Normal Ehlom 9 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Santral' by Taner Ardali (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, branding, packaging, posters, ui accents, airy, modern, refined, friendly, modernize, soften, add motion, maintain clarity, monoline, rounded, open apertures, soft terminals, humanist.
This font is a delicate, monoline italic sans with rounded construction and a smooth, continuous stroke. Curves are broadly elliptical and generously open, with soft, tapered-looking terminals that keep joins from feeling abrupt. The slant is consistent across caps and lowercase, and proportions are slightly narrow in places with lively, varying letter widths that create an animated rhythm in text. Figures follow the same light, rounded logic, with simple, open shapes and a gentle forward motion.
It suits editorial typography, pull quotes, and headlines where a light italic voice can add pace without becoming decorative. The clean geometry also works well for modern branding and packaging, and it can be effective as an accent style in interfaces or presentations where a subtle, airy emphasis is needed.
The overall tone is light and contemporary, with a refined, understated elegance. Its rounded forms and open counters keep it approachable, while the steady italic posture adds energy and a subtle editorial sophistication.
The design appears intended to provide a contemporary italic sans that feels soft and approachable while retaining a crisp, modern structure. Its open forms and even stroke aim for clarity at display and larger text sizes, delivering emphasis through slant and rhythm rather than contrast or ornament.
In running text the spacing feels even and breathable, and the letterforms avoid hard corners in favor of smooth transitions. The italic is not calligraphic; instead it reads as a clean, engineered slant that stays calm and legible while still feeling dynamic.