Sans Normal Dalen 2 is a very light, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, ui labels, airy, modern, minimal, quiet, refined, space-saving, modern neutrality, elegant display, clean readability, monoline, condensed, clean, geometric, rounded.
A very slender, monoline sans with condensed proportions and generous vertical emphasis. Curves are drawn with smooth, near-circular bowls and open apertures, while joins stay crisp and understated. Capitals are simple and geometric with even stroke weight; round letters (C, O, Q) read as clean ellipses, and diagonals (V, W, X, Y) are sharp but delicate. Lowercase shows a tall x-height with long ascenders/descenders and narrow counters, giving text a light, vertical rhythm; figures follow the same thin, airy construction with simple, open shapes.
Works well for headlines, subheads, captions, and elegant display typography where a light, condensed texture is desirable. It can also suit minimalist branding systems and interface labels when sizes and contrast are sufficient to preserve the thin strokes.
The overall tone is modern and restrained, with a soft precision that feels calm and unobtrusive. Its light touch and condensed stance suggest a contemporary, design-forward voice rather than a warm or expressive one.
The design appears intended to deliver a sleek, space-efficient sans that stays neutral and legible while projecting a contemporary, minimalist aesthetic. Its geometry and consistent monoline drawing prioritize clarity and refinement over overt character.
Because the strokes are extremely fine, it will appear more confident at larger sizes or in high-contrast printing and screens. The narrow set and consistent spacing create an elegant, column-like texture in paragraphs, while the rounded forms keep it from feeling harsh.