Sans Normal Hyril 1 is a light, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, magazines, branding, headlines, lookbooks, elegant, refined, contemporary, airy, display elegance, editorial voice, premium branding, modern refinement, calligraphic, slanted, monolinear, open apertures, tapered terminals.
A slanted, high-contrast italic with smooth, rounded construction and largely open forms. Strokes show a clear thick–thin modulation, with thicker downstrokes and hairline connections, and terminals that frequently taper into soft points or angled cuts rather than forming pronounced serifs. Curves are clean and continuous, counters are generous, and the overall rhythm is flowing and slightly calligraphic while staying restrained and modern. Uppercase shapes are narrow and poised, and the numerals follow the same contrasty, cursive-leaning logic with elegant curves and fine entry/exit strokes.
Well-suited to editorial typography where an italic voice is meant to be prominent—magazine features, fashion and lifestyle layouts, pull quotes, and refined headlines. It can also work for branding accents and packaging where a sleek, upscale tone is desired, especially at display and large text sizes that allow the fine hairlines to remain clear.
The face reads as polished and cultured, balancing a fashion-forward delicacy with a calm, contemporary tone. Its slant and crisp contrast add a sense of motion and sophistication, making text feel considered and premium rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears intended to provide an italic with a distinctly elegant, modern flavor—more expressive than a neutral slanted sans, yet disciplined enough to set longer phrases with a consistent, smooth texture. Its contrast and tapered detailing aim to deliver a premium, editorial feel without heavy decorative elements.
The design favors smooth joins and minimal ornament, letting contrast and curvature carry the personality. Round letters maintain an even, controlled ovality, while diagonals and angled terminals add sparkle in sequences and help keep the texture lively in longer lines.