Sans Normal Modiv 9 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Mundo Sans' by Monotype, 'Gloriola' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Boulder' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, signage, playful, chunky, friendly, retro, punchy, attention grabbing, friendly display, retro flavor, playful branding, rounded, soft corners, bulbous, compact counters, lively.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and softly blunted terminals. Shapes are built from large, smooth curves paired with occasional flat cuts and slightly irregular, hand-cut-looking edges that add bounce to the rhythm. Counters are relatively small for the weight, with circular/oval interiors (notably in O, 8, 9) and sturdy joins that keep forms cohesive. Lowercase features single-storey a and g, a compact, rounded e, and a short-armed t, all contributing to a dense, poster-like texture in text.
Best suited to large sizes where its rounded forms and punchy silhouettes can carry the message—headlines, posters, storefront or event signage, playful packaging, and bold brand marks. It can work for short blurbs or callouts, but the dense counters and lively irregularity make it less ideal for extended reading at small sizes.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a cartoonish, retro display energy. Its big silhouettes and slightly lumpy geometry feel informal and cheerful, leaning toward fun branding rather than sober editorial typography.
Designed to deliver maximum impact with friendly, rounded forms and a deliberately informal rhythm. The letterforms prioritize bold presence and a playful voice, aiming for memorable display typography that feels approachable and energetic.
The glyph set shows a noticeable bounce from letter to letter due to subtle width and contour variations, which enhances personality but reduces uniformity in long passages. Numerals are stout and highly graphic, designed to read as bold shapes first and fine details second.