Sans Normal Remis 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, labels, friendly, playful, retro, casual, approachable, human warmth, retro flavor, display impact, friendly clarity, rounded, soft corners, quirky, chunky, lively.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners, slightly irregular contouring, and a subtly hand-shaped feel. Strokes are thick and even, with gently bulging curves and occasional tapering at joins that keeps the texture lively rather than mechanical. Proportions lean wide and open, with large counters and clear apertures; terminals are mostly blunt and rounded, contributing to a sturdy, compact color in text. The lowercase shows a tall x-height with simple, single-storey forms and straightforward bowls, while numerals are similarly weighty and rounded for consistent emphasis.
This design is well suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks that want an approachable, retro-leaning voice. It can also work for short bursts of text—such as labels, social graphics, and UI callouts—where a friendly, chunky presence is desirable.
The overall tone is warm and informal, leaning toward a retro, sign-painting personality without becoming fully script-like. Its bouncy rhythm and soft geometry read as welcoming and upbeat, making it feel more conversational than corporate.
The letterforms appear designed to balance solid readability with a handcrafted, playful texture. The aim seems to be a confident, attention-getting sans that feels human and nostalgic, suitable for cheerful display typography.
The font maintains strong legibility at display sizes thanks to generous counters and simplified shapes, but its intentionally uneven, hand-touched edges create a distinctive texture that becomes a key part of the look. Uppercase forms feel sturdy and poster-ready, while the lowercase and figures keep the same chunky friendliness for longer lines.