Sans Normal Ihkul 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Amberly' by DearType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, branding, headlines, friendly, playful, bubbly, approachable, casual, friendliness, approachability, simplicity, display clarity, cheerful tone, rounded, soft terminals, chunky, smooth, informal.
A rounded sans with heavy, even strokes and generously softened corners throughout. Letterforms lean on circular and oval geometry, with wide bowls, open counters, and blunted terminals that keep texture smooth and continuous. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g) and a compact, tidy rhythm, while capitals stay simple and sturdy with minimal internal detailing. Numerals and punctuation follow the same soft, inflated construction, producing a dense, highly legible silhouette at display sizes.
Works well for short-to-medium display text where a friendly, approachable tone is desired—such as packaging, café or boutique branding, posters, and editorial headlines. It also suits children’s materials and informal signage, and can hold up in brief UI labels or callouts when sized generously.
The overall tone is warm and lighthearted, with a hand-friendly, cartoon-adjacent softness that feels welcoming rather than formal. Its rounded shapes and gentle rhythm suggest a cheerful, everyday voice suited to kid-friendly or casual brand expression without becoming overly novelty-driven.
Designed to deliver a soft, rounded sans voice with high immediacy and charm, prioritizing clarity and friendliness over precision or austerity. The consistent stroke weight and simplified geometry aim for a cohesive, easygoing texture in both all-caps and mixed-case settings.
Stroke joins and diagonals are simplified and slightly thickened, which helps maintain consistency across letters like K, V, W, and X. Round letters (O, Q, C, G) emphasize smooth curves and stable weight distribution, and the spacing in the sample text reads comfortably compact while remaining clear in longer lines.