Sans Normal Pabos 17 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Posterama' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, logos, packaging, posters, friendly, modern, confident, approachable, playful, friendly impact, modern clarity, brand voice, display legibility, rounded, soft terminals, geometric, clean, high-clarity.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact, even stroke weights and softly finished terminals. Curves are built from simple circular/elliptical forms, giving bowls (O/C/G/Q and lower-case o/e) a smooth, stable rhythm, while straight strokes stay firm and vertical. Corners are subtly eased rather than sharp, and counters are generously open for the weight, supporting clear word shapes in text. The overall proportions feel balanced and contemporary, with a sturdy baseline presence and consistent letterfit.
Well-suited for short to medium-length display text where clarity and impact are needed—headlines, brand wordmarks, packaging titles, posters, and UI marketing panels. The rounded construction also works nicely for products and communications aiming for a welcoming, contemporary voice.
The font communicates a friendly, modern tone—confident and solid without feeling harsh. Its rounded geometry and soft joins add approachability, making it feel upbeat and personable while still reading as professional and dependable.
The design appears intended to deliver bold, friendly impact with a clean geometric backbone, prioritizing straightforward readability and a contemporary, approachable personality for prominent typographic roles.
Uppercase forms read particularly strong in headlines due to broad, simple silhouettes, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, highly legible construction. Numerals follow the same rounded, weighty logic, appearing robust and clear at display sizes.