Sans Normal Nelas 3 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'DX Rigraf' by Dirtyline Studio, 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio, and 'Aksen' and 'Makro' by Tokotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, confident, retro, playful, impact, approachability, display clarity, brandability, rounded, geometric, soft corners, compact counters, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and sturdy, even strokes. Curves are built from smooth, near-circular bowls, while joins and terminals stay clean and mostly straight-cut, giving the shapes a crisp, poster-ready silhouette. Counters are relatively tight in letters like B, a, e, and s, and the overall spacing feels measured for dense, impactful setting. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, rounded shoulders, and simple, pragmatic construction that keeps forms consistent across the alphabet and numerals.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and other display contexts where strong presence and quick recognition are priorities. It also fits branding, packaging, and signage that benefit from a friendly, geometric boldness and a compact, high-density texture in short lines or wordmarks.
The tone is punchy and approachable, combining a no-nonsense weight with soft, rounded geometry. It suggests a retro-leaning, pop-forward voice—confident and attention-grabbing without feeling sharp or aggressive. The overall impression is friendly, energetic, and highly legible at display sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a rounded, geometric voice that stays readable and consistent. Its compact counters and broad forms prioritize bold rhythm and brandable silhouettes, aiming for a modern display sans with a warm, retro-friendly edge.
Distinctive traits include a compact, rounded lowercase with prominent dots and a sturdy numeral set that reads clearly in isolation. The wide stance and tight inner spaces emphasize mass and rhythm, making the type feel solid and graphic in blocks of text.