Sans Normal Eknam 3 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Magnat' and 'Neue Magnat Text' by René Bieder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, branding, posters, headlines, packaging, elegant, modern, airy, refined, contemporary italic, elegant clarity, editorial tone, brand voice, slanted, crisp, clean, open, humanist.
A slanted sans with smooth, round construction and gently modulated strokes that stay crisp and even across curves. The letterforms are open and spacious, with generous counters and a clear, uncluttered rhythm in text. Terminals tend to be clean and tapered rather than blunt, and diagonals feel sharp and precise, giving the design a sleek, contemporary profile. Numerals follow the same flowing logic, with rounded bowls and an unobtrusive, text-friendly presence.
Well-suited to editorial typography, brand systems, and marketing layouts where an italic voice is needed as a primary style, not just emphasis. Its clarity and openness make it effective for headlines, pull quotes, and short-to-medium paragraphs in magazines, lookbooks, and refined product communication.
The overall tone is polished and calm, combining a modern clarity with a subtle, fashionable sophistication. Its slant adds motion and confidence without feeling aggressive, making it read as contemporary and editorial rather than sporty or informal.
The design appears intended to provide a contemporary italic sans with an elegant, text-capable rhythm—balancing smooth, rounded geometry with crisp diagonals and restrained stroke modulation for a polished, versatile voice.
In the sample text, the spacing reads relaxed and consistent, helping long lines feel smooth and continuous. Round letters maintain a stable silhouette while the more angular forms (like V/W/X) add punctuation to the texture, keeping paragraphs lively without becoming busy.