Sans Normal Orbab 26 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myriad' by Adobe, 'Orgon Plan' by Hoftype, 'PTL Attention' by Primetype, 'June Pro' by Schriftlabor, and 'Foundry Sterling' by The Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, retro, sporty, chunky, approachable, high impact, friendly display, retro tone, quick readability, rounded, soft corners, tightly spaced, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and softly squared curves. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation, and the joins are smooth and blunt rather than sharp. Counters are relatively small for the weight, giving the letters a dense, blocky texture, while rounded terminals keep the overall silhouette soft. The set reads with slightly varied glyph widths and a steady, upright rhythm that stays consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited for short-form, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, logos, packaging, and storefront or wayfinding signage. It can also work for social graphics and sports/team-style titling where a dense, friendly emphasis is desired, but its heavy texture makes it less ideal for long passages at small sizes.
The tone is energetic and approachable, with a distinctly retro, sign-paint and mid-century display feel. Its chunky forms suggest confidence and friendliness rather than precision or austerity, making it feel casual and upbeat. The overall texture leans toward playful emphasis, like headline type meant to be noticed quickly.
The design appears intended as a bold display sans that balances strong presence with rounded, welcoming shapes. It aims to deliver quick readability and a recognizable, retro-leaning personality for branding and headline use.
The lowercase shows simplified, sturdy shapes that prioritize clarity at larger sizes, while the numerals match the same compact, rounded construction for a cohesive display palette. The overall color on the page is dark and assertive, with tight interior spaces that increase impact.