Sans Normal Mylem 14 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Formata' and 'Formata W1G' by Berthold, 'Clearface Gothic' by Linotype, 'Diaria Sans Pro' by Mint Type, 'Clearface Gothic SB' and 'Clearface Gothic SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Clear Gothic Serial' and 'Cleargothic Pro' by SoftMaker, 'TS Clear Gothic' by TypeShop Collection, and 'Clearface Gothic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, bold, friendly, playful, retro, sporty, impact, approachability, display emphasis, brand presence, rounded, chunky, soft terminals, compact counters, high impact.
This typeface presents heavy, compact letterforms with rounded curves and softened corners that keep the weight from feeling harsh. Strokes are broadly uniform with gentle modulation, and many shapes show subtly tapered joins that add rhythm without becoming calligraphic. Counters are relatively tight, giving the design a dense, punchy texture in words, while round letters (like O/C) read as smooth, near-circular forms. The lowercase is sturdy and simplified, with short-looking ascenders and descenders and a single-storey construction where applicable, reinforcing a straightforward, blocky silhouette.
Best suited to display sizes where its dense forms and tight counters can read clearly and deliver maximum impact. It works well for logos, headline systems, promotional graphics, packaging, and energetic editorial or event materials where a friendly, heavyweight sans tone is desired.
The overall tone is assertive but approachable: loud enough for attention-grabbing headlines, yet rounded enough to feel friendly rather than aggressive. Its chunky proportions and buoyant curves suggest a contemporary-retro sensibility often associated with posters, sports branding, and upbeat consumer packaging.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact communication with a rounded, inviting voice—prioritizing strong silhouettes, compact spacing, and simple construction for legibility and character in large-scale use.
In text settings, the heavy weight produces a strong color and emphasizes word shapes over internal detail, especially in smaller counters. Numerals match the letters in mass and presence, supporting bold, graphic uses where numbers must carry equal visual weight.