Sans Normal Lidig 5 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Bio Sans' and 'Bio Sans Soft' by Dharma Type and 'Nudista' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, energetic, confident, sporty, assertive, modern, impact, motion, modernity, clarity, display strength, oblique, compact, rounded, high impact, poster-ready.
A heavy, oblique sans with compact, rounded counters and sturdy, low-modulation strokes. The letterforms lean consistently forward, with broad curves and softly squared terminals that keep edges clean without feeling sharp. Uppercase shapes are wide and stable (notably in O, C, G), while the lowercase shows simplified, single-storey constructions where applicable and a tall, prominent body that keeps words dense and readable at display sizes. Numerals follow the same robust, rounded logic, with large interior spaces that help maintain clarity in bold settings.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and short bursts of copy where impact matters more than long-form comfort. It also fits branding systems that need an energetic, contemporary voice—such as sports, fitness, streetwear, events, and bold packaging or promotional graphics.
The overall tone is loud, fast, and confident, with a forward-leaning stance that reads as active and attention-seeking. Its mass and smooth geometry give it a contemporary, no-nonsense feel suited to messaging that needs to land immediately.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum punch with a clean, geometric construction and a consistent forward slant, prioritizing immediate legibility and presence in large-scale use. Its simplified forms and generous counters suggest a focus on reliable reproduction across print and screen while keeping an assertive, kinetic tone.
Spacing appears intentionally tight and rhythmic, producing a solid typographic “block” in text lines. Curves dominate the design, and the restrained detailing helps maintain consistency across mixed-case settings and figures.