Sans Normal Verun 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, branding, packaging, ui text, subheads, humanist, friendly, modern, calm, readable italic, modern warmth, text emphasis, versatile branding, smooth rhythm, oblique, open apertures, rounded terminals, soft curves, airy spacing.
A slanted, sans-leaning italic with smooth, rounded construction and gently modulated strokes. The forms favor open curves and clear counters, with a slightly calligraphic rhythm created by the consistent rightward slant and tapered joins. Capitals are clean and simple, while the lowercase shows more personality through lively bowls and diagonals. Numerals follow the same italic logic, with curved figures and a straightforward, readable silhouette.
This font works well for editorial typography where an italic voice needs to carry longer passages with a smooth, even rhythm. It also suits branding and packaging that benefit from a modern, friendly tone, and can serve effectively in UI or product text when a softer, more human italic is desired. In display and subhead settings, the slant and rounded geometry add emphasis without sacrificing clarity.
The overall tone feels contemporary and approachable, balancing a polished, editorial sensibility with a warm, human touch. Its italic voice reads as active and conversational rather than formal, making it feel energetic without becoming aggressive.
The design appears intended to provide a versatile italic with modern, rounded sans characteristics—prioritizing smooth readability, consistent forward slant, and a personable texture for both text and emphasis. Its shapes suggest an aim for contemporary neutrality with just enough humanist movement to feel distinctive in running copy.
The spacing and proportions produce an even, flowing texture in paragraphs, with rounded shapes doing much of the visual work instead of sharp corners. The italic angle is steady across letters and figures, giving the font a cohesive forward motion suited to continuous text.