Sans Normal Abraf 18 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mazzard' by Pepper Type and 'Mundial' by TipoType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, editorial, branding, presentations, signage, modern, clean, neutral, technical, friendly, versatile italic, clarity, modern neutrality, system-friendly, geometric, monoline, open apertures, rounded terminals, slanted.
A slanted, monoline sans with a geometric underpinning and smooth, rounded curves. Strokes stay even throughout, with open apertures and clear counters that keep the texture light and readable. The capitals are simple and spacious, while the lowercase shows a single‑storey a and g, a compact t with a short crossbar, and a softly curved, descending y; round letters like o and e are nearly circular and consistent. Figures are straightforward and proportional, with simple bowls and clean joins that match the letterforms.
This font suits user interfaces, product copy, and editorial layouts that need a modern italic voice with reliable clarity. It also works well for brand systems, presentations, and signage where a clean, forward-leaning emphasis is helpful without sacrificing legibility.
The overall tone is contemporary and unobtrusive, pairing a precise, engineered feel with a mild friendliness from the rounded forms. Its slant adds motion and emphasis without becoming expressive or calligraphic, keeping the voice neutral and professional.
The design appears intended as a versatile italic companion or primary italic sans, balancing geometric simplicity with comfortable readability. It prioritizes consistent stroke weight, open shapes, and a calm overall texture for broad, contemporary typographic use.
The rhythm feels airy due to generous internal space and uncluttered shapes, and the slant remains steady across letters and numerals for a cohesive italic texture. Diagonals (v, w, x, y) are crisp and linear, contrasting nicely with the smooth circular forms.