Sans Normal Gelow 2 is a light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, children’s media, packaging, posters, social graphics, friendly, hand-drawn, casual, approachable, playful, approachability, informality, warmth, everyday readability, rounded, monoline, open apertures, soft terminals, slightly irregular.
A rounded, monoline sans with gently uneven stroke behavior that keeps the texture lively and human. Curves are smooth and circular, while terminals are soft and slightly blunted rather than sharply cut. Proportions feel straightforward and readable, with open counters and generous apertures; spacing is relaxed and the overall rhythm has a subtle hand-drawn irregularity without becoming chaotic. Numerals and capitals share the same simple, rounded construction, maintaining a consistent, easygoing color in text.
It works well for user interface labels, short paragraphs, and headings where a friendly, human presence is desired. The rounded, open shapes also suit educational materials and children’s content, as well as packaging and promotional graphics that benefit from an informal, approachable tone.
The font conveys an informal, friendly tone that feels conversational and approachable. Its slight wobble and rounded shapes add warmth and a handmade charm, giving text a lighthearted, welcoming voice suited to casual communication.
The design appears intended to blend the clarity of a simple sans with the warmth of hand-drawn lettering. It prioritizes legibility and consistency while preserving small irregularities that signal personality and ease.
In running text the letterforms maintain clear differentiation and a calm, even texture, while the softly rounded joins keep the look gentle. The overall impression is clean and modern, but deliberately imperfect in a way that reads as personable rather than mechanical.