Sans Normal Lagan 16 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types and 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, dynamic, confident, modern, punchy, impact, momentum, visibility, modernity, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, clean.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad, open counters and rounded geometry. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing solid silhouettes and strong color in text. Curves are smooth and circular, while terminals are clean and largely blunt, giving the forms a streamlined, contemporary feel. Proportions skew toward large lowercase bodies with short extenders, and spacing is kept fairly tight for a dense, high-impact rhythm.
Best suited to display typography where impact matters—headlines, posters, and large-scale messaging. It also works well for branding systems that need a strong, energetic voice, such as sports identity, retail promotions, packaging, and attention-grabbing UI/CTA moments.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a forward-leaning stance that suggests motion and urgency. Its bold, smooth forms read as contemporary and sporty, balancing friendliness from the rounded shapes with a no-nonsense, promotional punch.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visibility and momentum through a heavy oblique stance, rounded construction, and tight, efficient spacing. It prioritizes bold readability and contemporary appeal for prominent, short-to-medium length text.
In running text at display sizes, the italic slant and heavy weight create strong emphasis and a cohesive, slightly compressed texture. Numerals are equally stout and straightforward, matching the letters’ rounded construction and maintaining a consistent, brand-ready presence.