Sans Normal Egnom 17 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, editorial, branding, captions, packaging, clean, modern, airy, calm, polished, readability, approachability, contemporary tone, text emphasis, humanist, open counters, rounded terminals, gentle slant, smooth curves.
A slanted sans with smooth, rounded construction and open, generous counters. Strokes stay even and unbroken, with a consistent monoline feel and softly finished terminals. Proportions are fairly compact in the uppercase while the lowercase reads fluid and slightly more elastic, with a single-storey “a” and “g” that emphasize simplicity. Numerals follow the same understated rhythm, keeping clear shapes and unobtrusive joins.
It works well for interface copy, captions, and editorial text where a gentle italic tone is needed without sacrificing clarity. The clean, rounded forms also suit brand systems, packaging, and light promotional materials that want a modern but approachable typographic texture.
The overall tone is restrained and contemporary, with an easy, conversational slant that feels friendly rather than formal. Its smooth curves and open forms give it a calm, approachable voice suited to everyday reading.
The design appears intended as a readable, contemporary italic sans that balances neutral utility with a soft, humanist warmth. It prioritizes smooth rhythm and clear internal space to stay legible while still conveying motion and personality.
The italic angle is steady across the set and produces a continuous forward motion in text, while the rounded geometry keeps the texture from feeling sharp or technical. Curves in letters like C, O, and S appear broad and even, helping maintain clarity at text sizes.