Sans Normal Widal 3 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, condensed, assertive, punchy, retro, playful, impact, space-saving, distinctive, display, compact, high-impact, rounded, quirky, tall.
A condensed, heavy sans with tall proportions and a compact footprint. Strokes are robust and mostly uniform, with subtly tapered joins and occasional sheared or slightly irregular terminals that give the outlines a hand-cut, print-like texture rather than a purely geometric finish. Curves are rounded and full in letters like O, C, and S, while many verticals stay straight and dominant, creating a strong vertical rhythm. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend to be small, reinforcing the dense, poster-oriented color on the page. Numerals follow the same compact, weighty construction, with rounded forms and a sturdy stance.
Best suited to display applications where compact width and strong presence matter—headlines, posters, event titles, packaging fronts, and brand marks that need to fit more characters into limited horizontal space. It can also work for short subheads or callouts in layouts, especially when ample tracking and leading are available to relieve density.
The tone feels bold and attention-grabbing, with a slightly quirky, vintage flavor. Its condensed rhythm reads energetic and theatrical, suggesting headline urgency while the softened curves keep it approachable rather than severe.
Likely intended as a characterful condensed display sans: maximize impact and space efficiency while adding a touch of humanized, print-era texture for distinctive branding and titling.
In text, the narrow set and heavy strokes create strong word-shapes but can feel dark at smaller sizes due to tight internal spaces. The subtly uneven or cut-in detailing visible in several glyphs adds character and a tactile, display-forward personality.