Sans Normal Gimar 1 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mazzard' and 'Mazzard Soft' by Pepper Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, branding, packaging, posters, ui, airy, modern, gentle, refined, minimal, modernity, lightness, clarity, softness, motion, monoline, rounded, humanist, open counters, clean.
A very light, monoline sans with a consistent rightward slant and softly rounded terminals. Curves are drawn with smooth, near-circular geometry and generous apertures, while straight strokes stay clean and unbroken, creating an even, delicate texture. Proportions feel balanced rather than condensed, with open counters in letters like a, e, and g aiding clarity; figures follow the same thin, continuous stroke logic with simple, streamlined forms.
Best suited to short-to-medium text where a light, polished voice is desired—magazine headlines and pull quotes, lifestyle branding, packaging, and spacious poster layouts. It can also work in UI or interface labeling when set large enough and given adequate contrast, leveraging its open forms and clean rhythm.
The overall tone is calm, contemporary, and approachable, with an understated elegance that reads as light and breezy rather than technical or rigid. Its italic rhythm adds a subtle sense of motion, giving text a friendly, conversational cadence.
The design appears intended as a streamlined italic companion for modern sans typography, emphasizing softness and legibility through rounded geometry, open counters, and a consistent monoline stroke. It aims to deliver a contemporary, elegant texture with a gentle forward motion rather than strong display personality.
Stroke joins are neat and unobtrusive, and the rounded endings keep the design from feeling sharp despite the thin weight. The slanted construction is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, helping paragraphs maintain a cohesive flow.