Sans Normal Urbil 14 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Contralto' by Synthview (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, packaging, posters, editorial, fashion, refined, dramatic, modern, luxury tone, editorial voice, display impact, elegant motion, modern refinement, calligraphic, sweeping, tapered, airy, sharp.
A slanted, high-contrast design with sweeping curves and pronounced stroke modulation. Forms feel airy and elegant, with thin hairlines that taper into sharper terminals and thicker stress points, creating a lively, calligraphic rhythm. Uppercase characters show tall proportions and clean, open counters, while the lowercase maintains a readable, moderate x-height with fluid joins and occasional long, blade-like diagonals. Numerals echo the same contrast and tilt, with graceful curves and fine entry/exit strokes that emphasize an upscale, display-oriented texture.
Best suited to headlines and short-form typography where its contrast and slant can be appreciated at larger sizes—such as magazine titles, fashion/beauty branding, premium packaging, and promotional posters. It can also work for pull quotes or section openers, while extended small-size body text may require careful size and reproduction considerations due to the fine hairlines.
The overall tone is polished and contemporary with a distinctly editorial flair. Its dramatic contrast and italic motion convey sophistication, confidence, and a sense of luxury, making it feel at home in high-end and culture-forward contexts.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, fashion-led italic voice that combines crisp geometry with calligraphic movement. Its emphasis on contrast, tapering terminals, and elegant rhythm suggests a focus on display impact and refined brand expression rather than utilitarian text setting.
The design’s thinnest strokes are extremely delicate, and the slanted geometry makes diagonals and curved letters feel especially dynamic. Spacing appears relatively open in display settings, letting the hairlines and sharp terminals read as intentional detail rather than noise.