Sans Normal Ikmaf 3 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Goodly' by Asenbayu, 'Fun Trace' by FunFont, and 'Aristotelica Pro' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, kids, friendly, playful, chunky, soft, retro, approachability, retro charm, display impact, brand warmth, rounded, blobby, bubblelike, high-contrast-free, closed apertures.
A heavily rounded sans with thick, monoline strokes and generous corner radii that create a soft, cushiony silhouette. Curves are prominent and continuous, with compact counters and relatively closed apertures in letters like C, S, and e. Proportions lean slightly condensed in many capitals, while rounds (O, Q) stay broad and strongly circular; terminals are consistently blunted or fully rounded. The lowercase maintains a sturdy, uniform rhythm with simple, single-storey forms (a, g) and short, rounded arms and tails, giving the overall texture a dense, even color in text.
Best suited to short-form display settings where its thick, rounded shapes can carry personality—logos, product packaging, signage, posters, and social graphics. It also works well for children’s or family-oriented materials and upbeat editorial headers, while extended body text may feel heavy due to the dense counters and closed apertures.
The letterforms read warm and approachable, with a toy-like bounce that feels cheerful and informal. Its smooth, inflated shapes suggest a retro display sensibility while staying clean and modern enough for contemporary branding.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, approachable voice through simplified geometry and consistently rounded terminals, prioritizing friendliness and immediate readability at larger sizes. Its uniform stroke and softened details suggest an emphasis on brand warmth and visual charm over precision or formality.
Distinctive glyph cues include a rounded-top, open G with a short horizontal bar, a Q with a small diagonal tail, and a simple, single-storey a and g. Numerals are equally soft and weighty, with a notably rounded 2 and a compact 7, reinforcing the friendly, poster-ready tone.