Sans Normal Sogiv 8 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A clean, lightly built sans with subtly flared stroke endings and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Curves are drawn with smooth, near-elliptical geometry, while terminals often taper into soft wedge-like finishes rather than hard cuts. The lowercase is open and readable, with generous counters and a steady, even rhythm; ascenders are tall and narrow, and the overall color stays bright on the page. Uppercase forms feel slightly sculpted, with rounded shoulders and controlled joins that give the alphabet a gently calligraphic texture without tipping into overt ornament.
It suits display and text in editorial contexts where a light, polished tone is desired—magazines, book jackets, cultural branding, and premium packaging. It can also work for headings and pull quotes where its crisp contrast and tapered terminals can be appreciated at comfortable reading sizes.
The font reads as elegant and composed, with an editorial polish that feels contemporary but not sterile. Its delicate contrast and tapered terminals add a quiet sophistication, suggesting a premium, cultured tone rather than a purely utilitarian one.
The design appears intended to combine the clarity of a modern sans with a more crafted, calligraphic finish. By using high contrast and subtly flared terminals, it aims to deliver an elegant voice that feels suitable for contemporary publishing and brand identities.
Distinctive details include the softly hooked tail on Q, slender diagonals (notably in K, V, W, X), and a single-storey a paired with a double-storey g that adds typographic character. Numerals are straightforward and balanced, matching the light, refined texture of the letters.