Sans Normal Ufbab 16 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, posters, branding, editorial, formal, refined, classic, authoritative, elegance, authority, editorial voice, refinement, display clarity, crisp, sharp, clean, calligraphic, bracketed.
This typeface shows strong thick–thin contrast with crisp, tapered terminals and a mostly vertical stress. Curves are smooth and rounded but transition quickly into narrow joins, giving forms a sculpted, chiseled feel. Strokes end in clean, pointed or wedge-like terminals rather than blunt cuts, and the overall rhythm alternates between sturdy verticals and hairline horizontals. Proportions lean toward a shorter x-height with comparatively tall capitals and long ascenders/descenders, producing an elegant, airy texture in text.
It performs best in headlines, subheads, and other display applications where the high-contrast details and tapered terminals can be appreciated. The font also suits editorial design—magazines, book covers, and refined branding—especially when paired with ample spacing and careful size selection to preserve thin strokes.
The overall tone is polished and traditional, with a distinctly editorial sophistication. Its sharp hairlines and tapered finishes add a sense of ceremony and authority, making the voice feel formal and composed rather than casual or playful.
The design appears intended to deliver an elegant, high-contrast reading and display voice with a contemporary crispness. It aims to balance smooth, rounded construction with sharp, calligraphic endings for a sophisticated, publication-ready look.
In the sample paragraph, the high contrast becomes more pronounced at larger sizes, where hairlines and thin joins create a lively sparkle. Round letters like O and C read as open and generous, while diagonal-heavy shapes (V, W, X) appear crisp and energetic due to narrow connecting strokes and pointed terminals. Numerals follow the same refined contrast and feel suited to display settings where their delicate details can remain clear.