Sans Normal Kilim 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mr Eaves XL Sans' by Emigre, 'FS Elliot' and 'FS Elliot Paneuropean' by Fontsmith, 'Motiva Sans' by Plau, and 'Fox Grotesque' and 'Fox Grotesque Pro' by TipografiaRamis (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, social ads, sporty, dynamic, confident, retro, emphasis, motion, impact, approachability, slanted, rounded, compact, punchy, friendly.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with rounded, continuous curves and a largely monoline feel. The letters show broad proportions and open counters, with smooth terminals and minimal sharp joins, producing a clean, contemporary silhouette despite the energetic slant. Uppercase forms read sturdy and geometric, while lowercase introduces more calligraphic softness in shapes like a, g, and y, keeping the texture lively. Numerals are similarly robust and rounded, matching the overall weight and slant for a cohesive rhythm in text.
Best suited to display roles where impact and motion are desired, such as headlines, posters, and campaign graphics. The weight and slant make it effective for sports branding, packaging callouts, and short-form digital advertising, where quick recognition matters more than long-form reading comfort.
The overall tone is energetic and forward-leaning, projecting speed and momentum. Its rounded construction keeps it approachable, while the heavy stroke and compact interior shapes give it a confident, assertive voice that can feel slightly retro in spirit.
The design appears intended to deliver bold emphasis with a sense of movement, using a strong italic angle and rounded geometry to balance power with friendliness. It aims for clear, modern display utility while maintaining a lively, slightly characterful texture in mixed-case text.
The strong slant and broad letterforms create a pronounced horizontal drive, which makes spacing and word shapes feel fast and emphatic. The mix of sturdier uppercase and more expressive lowercase adds visual interest in mixed-case settings without introducing decorative flourishes.