Sans Normal Afnuf 16 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Izmir' by Ahmet Altun, 'Lader' by Groteskly Yours, and 'Centra No. 1' and 'Centra No. 2' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui labels, branding, headlines, posters, packaging, modern, friendly, clean, energetic, approachable, contemporary clarity, friendly branding, dynamic emphasis, legible italic, rounded, oblique, geometric, open apertures, smooth terminals.
A rounded sans with a consistent oblique slant and smooth, low-contrast strokes. Forms lean toward geometric construction—circular bowls and steady curves—while keeping generous interior counters and open apertures for clarity. Uppercase letters read broad and stable, while the lowercase shows a slightly more human rhythm, with compact ascenders/descenders and simple, clean joins. Numerals are similarly rounded and even, with straightforward silhouettes that match the letterforms.
Well-suited to modern branding systems and marketing materials where a friendly, forward-leaning voice is needed. It performs well in short-to-medium text such as UI labels, product callouts, and editorial subheads, and scales confidently for posters and display lines thanks to its clean, rounded geometry.
The overall tone feels contemporary and upbeat, combining a clean, utilitarian structure with soft, friendly curves. The italic angle adds momentum and a sense of motion without becoming overly expressive, making the voice feel active but still polished.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern italic sans that remains approachable and highly readable, blending geometric roundness with restrained detail for versatile everyday use.
Round terminals and balanced spacing give the texture an even, quiet color in paragraphs, while the slant helps headlines feel dynamic. The set favors legibility through open shapes and uncomplicated detailing rather than sharp corners or calligraphic modulation.