Sans Normal Inked 11 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bajazzo' and 'Bajazzo Rounded' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, logos, friendly, playful, punchy, retro, bold, impact, approachability, readability, modern retro, rounded, soft corners, compact counters, blocky, sturdy.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and soft, blunted terminals. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and curves are built from generous circular forms that keep letters feeling smooth rather than sharp. Counters tend to be compact and the interior apertures are relatively tight, which increases visual density at smaller sizes. The lowercase is simple and sturdy, with a single-storey “a” and “g,” and the punctuation and figures share the same chunky, high-impact construction.
This font is best suited to display settings where strong presence and warmth are desired—headlines, posters, packaging, branding systems, and logo wordmarks. It performs especially well at medium-to-large sizes where its rounded geometry and dense color read as intentional, bold shapes.
The overall tone is friendly and approachable, with a playful, slightly retro sign-painting and packaging feel. Its soft corners and compact counters create a cozy, confident voice that reads as upbeat and informal rather than technical or austere.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with an approachable, rounded voice—prioritizing bold silhouettes, smooth curves, and a cohesive, chunky rhythm for contemporary branding and attention-grabbing display typography.
Round letters like O/C/G lean toward near-circular geometry, while diagonals (V/W/X/Y) stay thick and stable, helping maintain an even color across lines. The numerals are similarly weighty and simple, designed to match the headline-driven texture of the letters.