Sans Normal Soles 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, book typography, packaging, signage, friendly, humanist, soft, casual, bookish, readability, warmth, approachability, everyday versatility, humanist tone, rounded, open apertures, tapered terminals, slightly flared, calligraphic.
This typeface uses gently modulated strokes with rounded, slightly tapered terminals that give the outlines a soft, drawn quality. Curves are smooth and generous, with open apertures and a relaxed rhythm that keeps counters clear in both uppercase and lowercase. Vertical strokes feel steady, while joins and ends subtly flare or round off, avoiding hard mechanical cuts. Figures and capitals follow the same rounded, even-handed construction, producing a cohesive texture in paragraph settings.
It suits long-form reading in editorial layouts and books where a friendly, unobtrusive voice is desired. The rounded terminals and clear counters also make it a good fit for packaging and general-purpose signage, especially when aiming for a welcoming, informal tone.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a lightly calligraphic, human presence rather than a strict geometric feel. It reads as calm and personable, suggesting everyday clarity with a touch of charm.
The design appears intended to balance straightforward readability with a gentle, humanist personality, using subtle stroke modulation and softened endings to keep the texture lively while staying clean and practical.
In text, the face maintains an even color and comfortable spacing, with distinctive, softly shaped terminals that remain visible at larger sizes and help define the font’s character without becoming decorative.