Sans Normal Ihben 17 is a regular weight, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s, packaging, posters, headlines, brand marks, friendly, playful, casual, approachable, youthful, approachability, playfulness, casual readability, friendly display, rounded, soft, bubbly, hand-drawn, informal.
This font features rounded, monoline strokes with softly tapered terminals and a gently irregular, hand-drawn rhythm. Curves dominate the construction, with wide bowls and open counters that keep letters clear even at smaller sizes. Proportions lean slightly bouncy rather than strictly geometric, and spacing feels airy, with forms that sit confidently on the baseline without sharp corners or abrupt joins. Numerals echo the same soft, loopy construction, maintaining consistent stroke weight and friendly curvature.
This typeface works well for children’s materials, playful packaging, casual posters, and friendly brand expressions where warmth matters more than strict neutrality. It is especially effective for short headlines, labels, and display text where its rounded personality can come through.
The overall tone is warm and conversational, with a lighthearted, kid-friendly energy. Its soft edges and casual movement suggest informality and approachability, making text feel personable rather than corporate or technical.
The design appears intended to deliver an easygoing, friendly sans with a hand-drawn feel, prioritizing approachability and visual charm while staying legible through open shapes and consistent stroke weight.
Distinctive rounded terminals and simplified joins give the alphabet a cohesive, cartoon-adjacent look. The uppercase set reads cleanly and sign-like, while the lowercase adds extra charm through slightly uneven curves and playful silhouettes.