Sans Normal Afnat 13 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, ui, headlines, posters, signage, modern, clean, sporty, direct, technical, emphasis, clarity, modernization, versatility, oblique, geometric, rounded, smooth, boldish.
A slanted, sans serif design with smooth, rounded curves and crisp terminals. Letterforms lean consistently, with a steady stroke and minimal contrast, creating an even typographic color. The geometry favors circular and elliptical bowls (notably in C, O, e, and 0) paired with straightforward verticals and diagonals, giving the alphabet a tidy, engineered feel. Spacing reads open and orderly in text, and the numerals match the letters with similarly broad, simple shapes and clear counters.
This face works well anywhere a clean, contemporary italic is needed: branding accents, interface labels, directional signage, and promotional headlines. It also reads comfortably in short paragraphs and captions where a slanted emphasis should remain crisp and restrained.
The overall tone is modern and no-nonsense, with an energetic forward motion from the italic angle. It feels contemporary and practical rather than ornamental, conveying a clear, efficient voice suited to straightforward communication.
The design appears intended to provide a versatile, modern italic companion that preserves sans-serif clarity while adding motion and emphasis. Its geometric rounding and controlled rhythm suggest a focus on legibility and a contemporary, utilitarian aesthetic.
The italic is more oblique than calligraphic, keeping constructions simple and consistent across cases. Lowercase forms remain familiar and highly legible, with single-storey shapes where expected and a compact rhythm that holds up well in continuous text.