Sans Normal Lydel 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Muller' and 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Calton' by LetterMaker, 'Breno Narrow' by Monotype, and 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logotypes, sporty, punchy, confident, energetic, retro, impact, momentum, attention, branding, readability, slanted, compact, rounded, blocky, soft corners.
A heavy, slanted sans with broad, rounded bowls and blunt terminals that keep the silhouette clean and dense. Curves are smooth and circular-leaning, while joins and corners are slightly softened, giving the letters a friendly but forceful presence. The lowercase shows a large, prominent x-height with compact extenders, and the overall spacing feels tight and poster-oriented, supporting a strong, continuous rhythm in text. Numerals are similarly robust, with simplified, blocky forms that stay highly legible at large sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and bold callouts where impact is the priority. It works well for sports branding, packaging, and logo wordmarks that need a strong, dynamic voice, and it can also serve as short-range display text for campaigns and editorial openers.
The tone is assertive and athletic, with a forward-leaning momentum that reads as active and competitive. Its rounded construction keeps it approachable, but the weight and compactness project impact and confidence, suggesting bold headlines and energetic branding.
This design appears intended as an energetic display sans: maximized weight for visibility, a steady slant for motion, and rounded geometry for a modern, approachable edge. The proportions emphasize quick recognition and strong color on the page, targeting attention-driven uses rather than long-form reading.
The slant is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, creating a unified sense of motion. Counters remain open despite the heavy strokes, helping maintain clarity in dense words and short phrases.