Sans Normal Voloy 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Uni Neue' by Fontfabric; 'DIN Next', 'DIN Next Cyrillic', and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype; and 'DINosaur' by Type-Ø-Tones (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, social media, friendly, playful, sporty, casual, approachable, impactful display, friendly branding, energetic tone, casual modernity, rounded, soft corners, bouncy, compact, high impact.
This typeface is a heavy, rounded sans with an oblique slant and softly blunted terminals. Strokes are broadly uniform with minimal contrast, and curves dominate the construction, giving counters and bowls a smooth, inflated feel. Proportions read as slightly compact with a sturdy stance, while the italic angle and subtly varying character widths add forward motion and a lively rhythm. The lowercase shows single-storey forms where expected (notably the a and g), with generous joins and simplified details that favor clarity at display sizes.
Best suited for attention-grabbing headlines, branding marks, packaging callouts, and promotional graphics where a friendly, energetic presence is desired. It can also work for short subheads or captions when you want a bold, informal tone, but its heavy, rounded texture is most effective at larger sizes.
The overall tone is upbeat and informal, combining a sporty forward-lean with soft, friendly geometry. It feels energetic rather than serious, lending a warm, approachable voice to headlines and short bursts of text.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact readability with a warm, rounded personality, using an oblique stance to suggest motion and modern casual confidence. Its simplified, low-detail forms prioritize strong shapes and an inviting tone for contemporary display use.
Round punctuation and the consistent rounding across corners help maintain a cohesive, “soft-edged” texture. The numerals and capitals are built to read clearly with strong silhouettes, emphasizing impact over fine detail.