Sans Normal Memoj 5 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Peridot Latin' and 'Peridot PE' by Foundry5, 'Gunterz' by Locomotype, and 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, punchy, friendly, retro, confident, impact, momentum, approachability, display emphasis, branding strength, rounded, oblique, blocky, soft corners, compact counters.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and rounded, compact interior spaces. Strokes are thick and uniform, with softened joins and terminals that keep the silhouette smooth rather than sharp. The design leans on simple geometric construction—round bowls and sturdy stems—while maintaining a forward-leaning rhythm that adds momentum. Counters in letters like a, e, and 8 are small and dense, giving text a solid, poster-like color on the page.
Best suited to display work where strong impact and quick recognition matter: headlines, posters, logos, and bold brand statements. It can also work well for sports-related graphics, product packaging, and promotional layouts where dense, energetic typography is desirable.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a playful friendliness from the rounded forms. Its slant and mass evoke motion and impact, making it feel sporty and promotional rather than formal or quiet.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum visual punch with a sense of speed and approachability. Its rounded geometry and thick strokes prioritize clarity at large sizes and create a cohesive, high-impact texture for short phrases and branding.
Uppercase forms read as sturdy and compact, while lowercase maintains the same robust weight with single-story a and g that reinforce the casual, contemporary feel. Numerals are similarly bold and rounded, staying visually consistent with the letterforms and maintaining strong presence at display sizes.