Sans Normal Time 12 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, editorial, packaging, confident, contemporary, assertive, polished, display impact, modern clarity, editorial tone, brand presence, crisp, brisk, clean, open, round.
This typeface presents a clean, modern structure with round, generously proportioned counters and a steady horizontal rhythm. Strokes show pronounced contrast, with sturdy verticals paired with finer horizontals and joins, producing a crisp, print-like sparkle at display sizes. Curves are smooth and controlled, terminals are mostly clean and non-decorative, and spacing feels open, helping the forms read clearly even with the heavier overall color. The uppercase has a broad stance and the lowercase keeps a straightforward, contemporary build, maintaining consistent texture across mixed-case settings.
Well suited for headlines, magazine and web editorial display, and branding systems that need a strong typographic anchor. It also works effectively on packaging and promotional materials where high-contrast forms can add sophistication while staying readable at larger sizes.
The overall tone is confident and editorial, balancing contemporary clarity with a slightly formal, headline-forward presence. Its contrast and broad proportions give it a decisive, attention-getting voice that still feels refined rather than playful.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact display voice built on clean, rounded construction and a disciplined contrast model. It aims to provide a polished, contemporary look that can carry short text with authority and clarity.
The sample text shows strong word-shape definition and clear punctuation, with round letters (like O, C, e) staying open and legible. Numerals appear clear and sturdy, matching the typeface’s high-contrast rhythm for prominent data or callouts.