Sans Normal Vibos 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Swiss 721' by Bitstream, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block, and 'Artico Soft' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, dynamic, sporty, contemporary, friendly, confident, impact, motion, modern tone, approachability, rounded, slanted, soft terminals, compact caps, open counters.
This typeface is a slanted sans with heavy, even stroke weight and rounded join behavior. Letterforms lean forward consistently, with smooth curves and softened terminals that keep corners from feeling sharp. Uppercase shapes are compact and sturdy, while lowercase forms remain clear with open apertures and generous counters, creating a steady rhythm in text. Numerals follow the same broad, rounded construction, giving figures a cohesive, slightly condensed, energetic presence.
It performs best in short to medium-length settings where impact and motion are desirable, such as headlines, posters, display copy, branding, and packaging. The sturdy forms also suit signage and promotional graphics where legibility needs to hold up at a distance.
The overall tone is active and forward-moving, with a modern, approachable feel rather than a formal one. Its rounded construction and steady weight make it feel friendly and confident, well-suited to messaging that aims to be direct and upbeat.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, kinetic voice while staying broadly readable, using rounded geometry and a consistent forward slant to suggest speed and modernity without becoming overly stylized.
The slant is pronounced enough to read as intentionally italic rather than merely oblique, and the heavy weight keeps small details from dominating. Curved letters (like C, G, O, S) emphasize smooth continuity, while straight-stemmed letters maintain a clean, contemporary silhouette.