Author's note

RopaSans-Italic by Botio Nikoltchev is a free condensed italic sans serif with tall, economical letters and a distinctly hand-shaped edge. Its narrow build gives text a quick forward pull. Soft curves and changing stroke widths keep the forms lively, especially in the open lowercase shapes.

Independent fashion labels and urban cafes could use it for branding that feels direct but not corporate. On posters, the slant suggests motion and the compact proportions support assertive lines of type. Editorial covers and music merchandise offer another home for its lean, informal drawing with a slightly industrial edge.

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Basic font information

Copyright notice
Copyright (c) 2011, Botjo Nikoltchev (post@carrois.com www.carrois.com), with Reserved Font Name "Ropa Sans"
Font family
Ropa Sans
Font subfamily
Italic
Unique subfamily identification
BotjoNikoltchev: Ropa Sans Italic: 2011
Full font name
RopaSans-Italic
Name table version
Version 1.002
Postscript font name
RopaSans-Italic
Trademark notice
Ropa Sans is a trademark of Botjo Nikoltchev.
Manufacturer name
Botjo Nikoltchev
Designer
Botio Nikoltchev

Extended font information

Platforms supported

PlatformEncoding
UnicodeUnicode 2.0 and onwards semantics, Unicode BMP only.
MacintoshRoman
MicrosoftUnicode BMP only

Font details

Created2012-01-20
Revision1
Glyph count264
Units per Em1000
Embedding rightsEmbedding for permanent installation
Family classSans serif
WeightMedium (normal)
WidthSemi-condensed
Mac styleUnderline
DirectionOnly strongly left to right glyphs + contains neutrals
Pattern natureItalic
Complete pack contains 2 font weights listed below:
RopaSans-Italic.otf
RopaSans-Regular.otf