Sans Normal Ekbeg 2 is a very light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Excentra Pro' by Mint Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, branding, magazines, packaging, posters, airy, modern, refined, gentle, modern elegance, clean emphasis, light editorial, monolinear, clean, rounded, open apertures, slanted.
A very slender, right-leaning sans with a clean, monolinear feel and softly rounded curves. Letterforms show open apertures and generous internal space, with an even, unforced rhythm that keeps shapes light and breathable. Terminals are smooth and minimally treated, and the overall construction favors simple geometric curves over hard corners, giving the alphabet a tidy, contemporary silhouette. Numerals follow the same restrained, lightly drawn approach with clear, uncluttered forms.
Well-suited to editorial typography where a light, stylish italic voice is needed for subheads, pull quotes, captions, or emphasis within body copy. It can also work for branding and packaging that benefits from a modern, refined tone, and for display settings where delicacy and whitespace are part of the design.
The tone is understated and elegant, balancing a contemporary cleanliness with a subtle editorial sophistication. Its light stroke and steady slant create a calm, graceful voice that feels polished without becoming decorative or loud.
The design appears intended to provide a sleek, contemporary italic that stays highly legible while maintaining a light, sophisticated color on the page. Its simplified, rounded construction suggests an emphasis on clarity and elegance over overt stylization.
The slant is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, helping lines of text read with a cohesive forward motion. Spacing appears comfortable and contributes to the font’s airy texture, especially in longer passages.