Sans Normal Ekkov 13 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, logos, magazine, posters, elegant, refined, fashion, editorial, contemporary, stylish display, premium branding, italic emphasis, editorial tone, calligraphic, sweeping, tapered, airy, sharp.
A slanted, high-contrast sans with tapered strokes and smooth, elliptical bowls. Curves are clean and open, while joins and terminals often finish in pointed, blade-like ends that emphasize direction and motion. Proportions feel slightly expanded in the round letters, with generous counters and a steady baseline rhythm; capitals are tall and sleek, and the lowercase shows a lively, cursive-leaning construction without true serifs. Numerals follow the same contrast-and-taper logic, mixing straight stems with rounded forms for a polished, display-friendly texture.
Best suited to headlines, editorial titles, luxury or lifestyle branding, packaging, and poster typography where contrast and italic motion can be appreciated. It can also work for short pull quotes or interface hero text when set with ample size and spacing.
The overall tone is poised and stylish, with a fashion-forward crispness that reads as premium and intentional. Its sweeping italic energy adds drama and speed, giving text a confident, expressive voice suited to modern branding.
The font appears designed to deliver an elegant, contemporary italic voice with pronounced stroke contrast and streamlined, sans-like construction. Its forms prioritize visual flair and refined rhythm, aiming for a distinctive display presence rather than utilitarian neutrality.
The design’s identity comes from the combination of very thin hairlines against sturdier strokes and the consistently sharp, angled terminals. In longer text, the slant and contrast create a shimmering texture that feels more at home at larger sizes than in dense small copy.