Sans Normal Urgam 6 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, book covers, headlines, invitations, elegant, literary, refined, dramatic, airborne, elegant italic, editorial voice, classic refinement, expressive motion, calligraphic, slanted, crisp, tapered, open.
This typeface presents a pronounced italic slant with high-contrast strokes that transition from thin hairlines to heavier stems. Curves are smooth and elliptical, with crisp entry/exit terminals that feel cut or gently tapered rather than blunt. Counters are generally open and rounded, while diagonals and joins remain clean and controlled, producing a light, flowing rhythm across words. Proportions feel balanced with moderate ascenders and descenders, and the overall texture is airy due to the fine connecting strokes and generous internal space.
It works best where an elegant italic voice is desired: editorial typography, magazine features, book jackets, and prominent headlines. It can also suit formal announcements and invitations, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the thin strokes and contrast remain clear.
The tone is polished and literary, pairing a sense of formality with a lively, handwritten-like motion. Its sharp contrasts and sweeping curves add drama, while the overall restraint keeps it suited to sophisticated, editorial settings rather than playful or casual ones.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic, high-contrast italic look with a smooth, modern cleanliness—capturing calligraphic motion without ornamental excess. Its letterforms prioritize grace and pace, aiming for a refined texture in display and editorial contexts.
In continuous text the italic construction creates a strong forward momentum, with the high contrast making letterforms look particularly crisp at larger sizes. Rounded forms like o/c/e read cleanly, while sharper diagonals and narrow joins contribute to a delicate, finely drawn color.