Sans Normal Lakav 12 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Salma Alfasans' by Alifinart Studio, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Reyhan' by Plantype, 'Malnor Sans' by Sikifonts, 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block, and 'Eloquia' by Typekiln (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, social ads, assertive, sporty, modern, dynamic, friendly, high impact, convey speed, brand emphasis, display clarity, slanted, rounded, heavy, compact.
A heavy, slanted sans with rounded, softly squared curves and broad internal counters. Strokes stay consistent with little visible modulation, producing a dense, even color in text. Terminals are generally clean and blunt rather than tapered, and the forms favor wide, stable bowls and generous curves, giving the design a solid footprint despite the forward lean. Spacing appears moderately tight at display sizes, contributing to a compact, high-impact rhythm.
Best suited to bold headlines, poster typography, and branding situations that need immediate impact. It works well for sports and fitness identities, product packaging, promotional graphics, and social media advertising where a strong, slanted voice helps convey motion and urgency. Use larger sizes or more generous tracking when clarity is critical.
The overall tone is energetic and confident, with a forward-leaning stance that reads as fast and active. Its smooth geometry keeps it approachable rather than aggressive, balancing punchy emphasis with a friendly, contemporary feel.
The design appears intended as a high-impact, energetic sans for display-driven communication, combining a strong weight with rounded geometry to remain legible and approachable. Its slant suggests speed and modernity, aiming to stand out in branding and promotional contexts.
In running text the thick strokes create strong emphasis and can quickly fill in at smaller sizes, especially in tightly set lines. The numerals match the same robust, rounded construction, supporting cohesive, attention-grabbing typographic systems.