Sans Normal Utlot 16 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'CA Zentrum' by Cape Arcona Type Foundry, 'Molde' by Letritas, 'Boxed' and 'Boxed Round' by Tipo Pèpel, and 'URW Dock Condensed' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, signage, editorial, marketing, packaging, clean, modern, dynamic, friendly, utilitarian, emphasis, clarity, versatility, modernity, slanted, rounded, open counters, humanist, soft corners.
A slanted sans with smooth, rounded bowls and a consistent, low-contrast stroke. Curves are generous and fairly circular, while joins and terminals stay clean and minimally treated, giving the letters a tidy, contemporary outline. The italic angle is steady across the set, and the overall rhythm feels even, with clear internal spaces and uncomplicated shapes that hold up in both capitals and lowercase.
Well-suited for interface text, product copy, and informational design where an italic voice is needed for emphasis while staying crisp and readable. It can also serve in branding and packaging that wants a contemporary sans with a bit of forward movement, and in editorial layouts for subheads, pull quotes, and highlighted passages.
The tone is modern and straightforward, with a gentle friendliness coming from the rounded forms and open counters. Its slant adds motion and emphasis without feeling flashy, creating a confident, businesslike voice that still reads approachable.
The design appears intended to deliver a practical italic sans for everyday typography—clear, compactly efficient in silhouette, and consistent across letters and numbers—while keeping a soft, approachable curve language for broad, modern use.
Capitals appear tall and stable with simple geometry, while the lowercase keeps a clear, workmanlike structure that favors legibility. Numerals follow the same smooth, rounded construction and align visually with the letterforms, making mixed alphanumeric settings feel cohesive.