Sans Normal Nobav 20 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Crossten Soft' by Emre Güven, 'Ghino' by Fontmachine, and 'Crossten' by Horizon Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, retro, punchy, approachable, attention grabbing, friendly display, brand voice, poster impact, rounded, soft corners, bulky, compact, high impact.
A very heavy, rounded sans with soft corners and broad, closed counters that give forms a chunky, compact silhouette. Curves are smooth and geometric, while joins and terminals are subtly blunted rather than sharp, keeping the overall texture dense and even. Uppercase shapes read sturdy and simplified; lowercase forms are similarly weighty with single-storey a and g, short extenders, and generous internal shapes that stay open at display sizes. Numerals match the letterforms with rounded bowls and wide, stable proportions, producing a consistent, blocky rhythm across mixed text.
Best used for headlines, logos, and short display copy where its dense weight and rounded geometry can deliver strong presence. It suits posters, packaging, wayfinding, and brand marks that aim for warmth and immediacy, and it can also work for UI labels or badges when set large enough to preserve counter clarity.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a slightly retro, poster-like friendliness. Its inflated, rounded massing feels confident and cheerful rather than technical, making it well-suited to attention-grabbing, good-humored messaging.
The design appears intended to provide a friendly, high-impact display voice built from simple geometric forms, prioritizing bold readability and a soft, inviting character. It balances sturdy structure with rounded finishing to feel modern yet nostalgic in spirit.
Spacing appears intentionally tight in the sample, creating a bold, continuous typographic color that emphasizes impact over delicacy. The design maintains a consistent stroke presence across curves and straights, helping it hold together in large headings and short bursts of text.