Sans Normal Lidab 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AC Texto' and 'AC Texto Pro' by Antoine Crama; 'Cirta Two', 'Eolia A', 'Eurotypo Sans', and 'Philyra' by Eurotypo; 'Conamore' by Grida; 'Orgon Plan' by Hoftype; and 'Clara Sans' by Signature Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, advertising, packaging, sporty, energetic, bold, modern, punchy, impact, motion, emphasis, branding, oblique, rounded, geometric, compact, dynamic.
A heavy, slanted sans with broad, rounded curves and sturdy, low-contrast strokes. The letterforms favor geometric construction—circular bowls and smooth terminals—paired with a forward-leaning oblique stance that creates a strong sense of motion. Counters are moderately open, apertures stay fairly tight, and the overall rhythm is compact and dense, giving headlines a solid, blocky presence without sharp serif details. Numerals match the weight and slant, with simple, high-impact shapes that read cleanly at display sizes.
Best suited to short, high-visibility settings such as headlines, posters, sports and event branding, promotional graphics, and bold packaging callouts. It can work for brief subheads or emphasis in layouts where a strong, italic display voice is needed, but its density and weight make it less ideal for long-form reading.
The overall tone is assertive and kinetic, with a confident, action-oriented feel. Its bold, italicized posture suggests speed and emphasis, making it feel sporty and promotional rather than quiet or editorial.
Likely designed to deliver a modern, high-impact sans voice with a built-in sense of speed and emphasis. The combination of strong weight, rounded geometry, and consistent oblique angle points to use in attention-grabbing branding and display typography.
Spacing appears tuned for impact, with letterforms that visually lock together in text lines; the slant amplifies a streamlined, forward-driving texture. Round characters like O/Q and bowls in b/p/d feel especially circular, while diagonals (K, V, W, X) add a sharp, energetic cadence.