Sans Normal Tykum 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'City Boys' and 'City Boys Soft' by Dharma Type, 'Joanna Sans Nova' by Monotype, 'Mato Sans' by Picador, 'Organic Pro' by Positype, and 'Le Monde Sans Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, assertive, upbeat, contemporary, friendly, impact, motion, modernity, approachability, rounded, oblique, soft corners, high impact, compact.
A heavy oblique sans with rounded, softly squared contours and a smooth, even stroke rhythm. Curves are full and generous, counters are relatively tight, and joins are clean, producing a compact, high-impact texture in text. The oblique angle is steady across capitals, lowercase, and figures, while terminals tend to finish bluntly with subtle rounding rather than sharp points. Overall proportions feel sturdy and slightly condensed in impression, with consistent weight distribution and clear, geometric-leaning bowls.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short, emphatic statements where its weight and oblique stance can do the work. It also fits branding systems that want a bold, athletic feel, such as sports teams, streetwear labels, event promotions, and punchy packaging. For longer passages, it works more effectively as a brief accent (subheads, callouts, pull quotes) than as continuous body text.
The style reads energetic and confident, with a sporty, forward-leaning motion that feels modern and approachable. Its rounded shaping keeps the tone friendly even at very heavy weights, making it feel more upbeat than severe. The overall voice suits bold, attention-seeking messaging without looking overly aggressive.
The design appears intended as a bold, modern oblique sans optimized for impact and momentum. Its rounded geometry and tight counters suggest a focus on strong presence, consistent texture, and a friendly, contemporary tone in display typography.
Uppercase forms present broad, simplified shapes with strong presence, while the lowercase shows single-storey constructions and sturdy bowls that emphasize legibility at display sizes. Numerals are bold and rounded, matching the letterforms closely for cohesive branding and headline use.