Sans Normal Egreg 5 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, editorial text, branding, packaging, signage, modern, clean, lively, forward-leaning, editorial, efficient layout, clear emphasis, modern neutrality, compact text, oblique, airy, crisp, streamlined, open.
A slanted, monolinear sans with compact proportions and open counters. Strokes stay even and crisp, with rounded joins and terminals that feel subtly softened rather than sharp. The uppercase is tall and straightforward, while the lowercase shows a clear single-storey a and g and a gently looped, descending y; overall spacing reads tight but not cramped, giving text a smooth, continuous rhythm. Numerals are simple and utilitarian, matching the letterforms’ restrained geometry and consistent stroke color.
Well suited to contemporary interfaces and product communication where a clean italic voice is needed for emphasis, labels, or short runs of copy. It can also work in editorial settings for pull quotes, captions, or subheads where compact width and steady texture help maintain a tidy column.
The overall tone is modern and efficient, with a forward-leaning motion that adds energy without becoming expressive or decorative. It feels neutral and businesslike at a glance, but the italic slant and open shapes keep it approachable and contemporary.
The design appears intended as a practical, contemporary italic sans that balances compact economy with legibility. Its even stroke weight, open apertures, and restrained details suggest a focus on clear reading and versatile emphasis across a range of sizes.
Round forms (C, O, Q) appear broadly elliptical, reinforcing a streamlined, slightly condensed silhouette. The family feel is consistent across cases, with the italic angle applied evenly and a relatively calm baseline behavior that supports longer text settings.