Sans Normal Kyriv 1 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akagi' by Positype, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'June Pro' by Schriftlabor, 'Monsal Gothic' by The Northern Block, and 'Merlo Neue' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, playful, friendly, sporty, retro, impact, approachability, motion, retro flair, rounded, soft, chunky, bouncy, informal.
A heavy, rounded sans with a consistent rightward slant and smooth, low-contrast strokes. Shapes are compact and slightly condensed in feel, with broad curves, softened corners, and minimal interior detail, producing sturdy counters and a strong silhouette. The lowercase shows single‑storey construction where applicable and a compact rhythm; terminals tend to be blunt and rounded rather than sharply cut. Numerals match the letterforms with thick, simplified forms and a cohesive, punchy texture.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, logos, and packaging where its bold, rounded forms can read as confident and friendly. It also fits energetic themes like sports, youth-oriented campaigns, and product labels, and can work for brief UI callouts when generous spacing is available.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a bouncy italic energy that feels sporty and informal. Its chunky curves and softened geometry evoke a retro display sensibility while remaining clean and contemporary enough for modern branding.
Likely designed as a bold italic display sans that prioritizes immediate presence and an approachable, energetic character. The simplified, rounded construction suggests an intention to stay legible at distance while conveying warmth and motion.
At larger sizes the strong weight and rounded joins create a smooth, high-impact word shape, while tighter apertures and dense texture can make long passages feel heavy. The italic angle is prominent, giving headings a sense of motion and emphasis even without additional styling.