Sans Normal Abbaz 16 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Priego' by Brenners Template (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, wayfinding, infographics, branding, headlines, modern, dynamic, clean, friendly, technical, clarity, motion, modernity, versatility, approachability, oblique, monolinear, rounded, open counters, humanist.
This typeface is a slanted, monolinear sans with rounded curves and smooth, continuous joins. Forms are generally built from simple geometric strokes, but with a slightly humanist rhythm: apertures stay open, terminals are cleanly cut, and bowls are generously rounded. Uppercase letters feel crisp and steady, while the lowercase has straightforward, highly legible constructions (notably a single-storey “a” and open “e”), giving the design an efficient, contemporary texture in text. Figures are simple and clear, with consistent stroke weight and a slightly forward-leaning stance that keeps numerals lively without becoming decorative.
It suits UI and product typography where a clean, slanted emphasis is needed, as well as infographics and signage that benefit from open counters and straightforward letterforms. In branding and headlines, the oblique stance provides motion and modernity, and in short-to-medium text it maintains legibility while adding a subtle sense of speed.
The overall tone is contemporary and energetic, with a forward motion typical of slanted sans italics. It reads as neutral-to-friendly: professional enough for interface and informational use, yet approachable due to its roundness and open shapes. The style suggests speed and clarity rather than formality or editorial sophistication.
The design appears intended as a versatile, modern sans italic that delivers clear reading and consistent rhythm while projecting a progressive, active feel. Its rounded geometry and open forms aim to balance neutrality with approachability, making it useful both for functional communication and contemporary display settings.
The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, producing an even diagonal rhythm in continuous reading. Curves remain smooth at display sizes, and the counters and spacing stay relatively open, helping maintain clarity when set in longer lines.