Sans Normal Ipkaz 2 is a very bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Fact' by ParaType, 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio, 'Radiate Sans' by Studio Sun, 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s, branding, playful, chunky, friendly, retro, comic, attention, approachability, informality, handmade feel, display impact, rounded, soft corners, irregular, bouncy, heavy.
A chunky, rounded sans with heavy strokes and compact counters. Curves are broad and softened, with subtly uneven edges and gently wavy strokes that create a hand-cut or inked feel. Terminals are blunt and rounded rather than sharp, and the overall construction favors simple, sturdy shapes with a slightly lively, imperfect rhythm. Spacing feels generous to accommodate the mass of the forms, supporting clear word shapes in large settings.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, stickers, packaging, and bold branding where a friendly, attention-grabbing voice is needed. It also fits playful editorial callouts and children-focused materials, especially at medium to large sizes where its chunky counters and lively texture remain clear.
The font reads as upbeat and approachable, with a humorous, informal tone. Its slightly irregular outlines add warmth and personality, giving it a handmade, retro-cartoon flavor rather than a strict geometric polish.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence with a warm, approachable character. By combining rounded geometry with slight irregularities, it aims for an expressive, handmade feel while staying legible and consistent enough for display typography.
Round letters like O and Q show thick, stable bowls with small internal space, while diagonals (V, W, X) appear hefty and wedge-like. The numerals match the same soft, weighty presence, maintaining a consistent, poster-friendly color across lines of text.