Sans Normal Virim 14 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, energetic, retro, friendly, casual, impact, motion, approachability, display, rounded, oblique, soft corners, compact, bouncy.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded, softened terminals and a compact, forward-leaning stance. Stroke weight is consistently thick with minimal contrast, while curves are broad and slightly squashed, giving counters a tight, punchy feel. The lowercase shows a single-storey “a” and “g” and generally short, sturdy extenders; joins and corners are smoothed rather than sharply cut. Numerals and capitals follow the same chunky, rounded construction, reading clearly at display sizes with a lively, slightly compressed rhythm.
Best suited to headlines and short blocks of copy where an energetic, high-impact voice is needed. It works well for branding and packaging—especially in sports, casual lifestyle, or youth-oriented contexts—and for posters, labels, and promotional graphics where bold, slanted typography helps convey motion and excitement.
The overall tone is energetic and sporty, with a friendly informality. Its strong slant and thick shapes suggest motion and impact, while the rounded finishes keep it approachable rather than aggressive. The result feels retro-leaning and playful, suited to bold, upbeat messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a fast, confident display voice by combining a strong oblique angle with rounded, low-contrast forms. It prioritizes immediacy and presence over fine detail, aiming for clear, punchy shapes that feel friendly and dynamic in marketing and branding settings.
Letterforms appear optimized for emphasis: tight counters, sturdy diagonals, and smooth terminal treatments help maintain solidity in the slanted silhouettes. The italic angle is prominent enough to create a sense of speed, yet the forms remain clean and uncluttered.