Sans Normal Kabij 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mazzard' by Pepper Type and 'SK Reykjavik' by Salih Kizilkaya (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, friendly, motion, impact, modernity, approachability, brand presence, oblique, geometric, rounded, clean, compact.
A heavy, oblique sans with smooth, rounded construction and low-contrast strokes. Curves are clean and nearly circular in letters like O, C, and e, while joins and terminals stay crisp and decisively cut. The italics-like slant is consistent across the set, creating forward motion without becoming calligraphic. Proportions feel compact and sturdy, with open counters and clear internal shapes that hold up well at display sizes.
Best suited to short-to-medium display settings such as headlines, posters, brand marks, and promotional graphics where a strong, fast-moving voice is needed. It can also work for packaging and social media graphics, especially where legibility must remain solid at larger sizes while retaining a dynamic, contemporary tone.
The overall tone is energetic and contemporary, with a punchy, athletic feel. Its rounded geometry keeps the voice approachable, while the pronounced slant adds momentum and assertiveness. The result reads as modern and action-oriented rather than formal or editorial.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact italic sans that feels fast and confident while staying clean and approachable. Its rounded geometry and sturdy stroke weight aim for easy recognition and strong presence in branding and display typography.
Uppercase forms maintain a broad, stable stance (notably in M, N, and W), while lowercase keeps simple, single-storey shapes and straightforward bowls. Numerals are equally robust and slightly condensed in feel, matching the set’s forward-leaning rhythm and headline-first presence.