Sans Normal Lygiv 12 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Malva' by Harbor Type, 'Altivo' by Kostic, 'Core Sans A' by S-Core, and 'Gogh' by Type Forward (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, stickers, playful, sporty, retro, energetic, bold, attention, motion, friendliness, impact, branding, slanted, bouncy, chunky, rounded, cartoonish.
A heavy, slanted sans with rounded, compact counters and broad, softly curved outer forms. The drawing favors blunt terminals and simplified geometry, with occasional angular cuts that add snap to diagonals. Letterforms feel slightly irregular in width and stance, creating a bouncy rhythm; curves are sturdy and full, while joins stay clean and uncluttered. Numerals match the same chunky, forward-leaning construction for a consistent, high-impact texture.
Best suited for short, high-visibility text such as headlines, event posters, sports or team branding, packaging callouts, and merchandise graphics. It performs especially well at large sizes where the chunky curves and lively slant can carry personality without relying on fine detail.
The overall tone is upbeat and attention-grabbing, with a lively, almost comic bounce that reads as friendly rather than formal. Its slant and weight give it motion and confidence, suggesting sports, pop culture, and retro display energy.
This design appears intended as a bold, friendly display sans that prioritizes impact and motion. The combination of rounded massing and slightly quirky widths suggests a goal of being memorable and energetic for branding and promotional typography.
Spacing and silhouettes create a dense, poster-like color, and the forward lean is strong enough to suggest speed without becoming cursive. Round letters like O/Q and numerals like 8/9 emphasize solid counters and a confident, punchy presence.