Sans Normal Kibet 12 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Schnebel Sans ME' and 'Schnebel Sans Pro' by URW Type Foundry and 'Bartosh' by jpFonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sportswear, packaging, sporty, dynamic, modern, confident, friendly, add motion, modernize tone, increase impact, soften geometry, oblique, rounded, geometric, smooth, clean.
A slanted sans with smooth, rounded construction and a sturdy, even stroke. Curves are generously opened and terminals finish cleanly without sharp serifs, giving letters a streamlined, contemporary silhouette. The proportions feel slightly compact in the bowls with clear counters, while diagonals and joins keep a consistent rhythm across capitals, lowercase, and figures.
Well-suited to short, high-visibility settings like headlines, brand marks, packaging callouts, and poster typography where an energetic slant helps convey momentum. It also fits sports and lifestyle graphics, as well as interface accents and labels that benefit from a bold, modern presence.
The overall tone is energetic and forward-leaning, reading as active and contemporary rather than formal. Its rounded geometry softens the voice, creating a friendly confidence that still feels purposeful and high-impact.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, approachable sans that communicates motion through an assertive slant while maintaining smooth, rounded forms for friendliness and clarity. It prioritizes strong impact and consistent texture across mixed-case and numerals for versatile display use.
The italic angle is pronounced enough to create motion in lines of text, and the numerals match the same rounded, monoline logic for a cohesive texture. The sample paragraph shows strong word-shape continuity and an even typographic color, making it feel stable at display sizes while retaining a clean, modern cadence.