Sans Normal Gabim 5 is a very light, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, headlines, ui, editorial, posters, minimalist, modern, airy, refined, calm, clarity, modernity, neutrality, elegance, monoline, geometric, open counters, rounded terminals, high legibility.
A monoline sans with slender strokes, generous whitespace, and a clean geometric backbone. Curves are built from smooth near-circular forms (notably in C, G, O, Q, and the numerals), while straights stay crisp and evenly weighted, producing a steady rhythm with minimal optical fuss. Terminals are predominantly rounded and softly finished, and counters remain open and uncluttered for clarity. The overall proportioning feels balanced and neutral, with consistent stroke behavior across capitals, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited to identity systems, logotypes, headings, and UI typography where a crisp, lightweight voice is desired. It also works well in editorial settings for titles and pull quotes, and in posters or packaging where clean geometry and generous spacing help maintain a refined, contemporary feel.
The font reads as quiet and contemporary, projecting a light, elegant presence without feeling decorative. Its restrained geometry and airy color create a poised, gallery-like tone suited to understated branding and clean interfaces.
The design appears intended as a pared-back geometric sans that prioritizes clarity and visual economy. By keeping contrast low and forms simple, it aims to deliver a modern, elegant texture that stays neutral while still feeling distinctive through its rounded, carefully controlled shapes.
Distinctive details include a single-storey “a,” a simple single-storey “g,” and a “Q” with a subtle diagonal tail that keeps the shape tidy. Numerals follow the same thin, rounded construction, with the “2” and “3” showing smooth, continuous curves and the “1” kept simple for a neat, minimal look.