Sans Normal Abluh 16 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Andante', 'Gravitica', and 'Gravitica Rounded' by Ckhans Fonts and 'TT Hoves Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui text, headlines, captions, infographics, editorial, clean, modern, dynamic, neutral, technical, clarity, emphasis, contemporary, utility, oblique, humanist, open counters, soft terminals, round forms.
A clean oblique sans with rounded, slightly elliptical bowls and largely monoline strokes. Letterforms are built from simple geometric curves but softened with open apertures and gently rounded joins, giving an even, readable rhythm. The slant is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, with straightforward construction, clear counters, and tidy spacing that keeps the texture uniform in text.
This font works well for UI labels, dashboards, and product typography where an oblique emphasis is needed without sacrificing clarity. It also suits subheads, captions, and infographics thanks to its steady stroke weight and open shapes, and can serve as a contemporary accent in editorial layouts.
The overall tone is modern and matter-of-fact, with a subtle sense of motion from the oblique angle. It reads as professional and pragmatic rather than expressive, suited to interfaces and contemporary branding where neutrality and clarity are priorities.
The design appears intended as a versatile oblique companion for modern sans typography, prioritizing legibility and a clean, systematic construction while adding a forward-leaning, energetic cadence in running text.
Capitals have a sleek, slightly condensed feel due to the slant and simplified stroke endings, while lowercase maintains familiar proportions and clear differentiation between similar shapes. Numerals follow the same oblique logic and smooth curvature, blending seamlessly with the letters in continuous text.