Sans Normal Selab 6 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: ui text, branding, packaging, children’s, posters, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, clean, approachability, readability, modernity, simplicity, warmth, rounded, soft terminals, open counters, humanist, informal.
A clean monoline sans with rounded, softened terminals and gently irregular, humanist construction. Curves are smooth and fairly circular, while verticals stay straight and even, giving the letters a tidy, consistent rhythm. Proportions lean compact with small lowercase bodies and generous internal space, and overall spacing reads airy and legible. The figures and capitals follow the same rounded logic, keeping a cohesive, unforced texture in text.
Works well for interface labels, onboarding screens, and product copy where clarity and friendliness are priorities. Its soft geometry also suits packaging, casual branding, and editorial pull quotes, and it can be effective in posters or headings when a warm, approachable voice is desired.
The rounded endings and slightly hand-drawn feel give the face an approachable, friendly tone rather than a strict, technical one. It feels casual and modern, with a lighthearted warmth that suits conversational copy and welcoming brand voices.
The design appears intended to combine straightforward sans-serif clarity with rounded, softened forms to reduce stiffness and increase approachability. It prioritizes a smooth, even stroke and simple shapes that read cleanly while maintaining a gentle, informal character.
Distinctive details include softly curved joins and simplified shapes that avoid sharp corners, producing a smooth grayscale at reading sizes. The overall texture stays even across mixed-case settings, suitable for continuous text while still feeling personable.