Sans Normal Vidaz 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Crossten Soft' by Emre Güven, 'Ghino' by Fontmachine, 'Crossten' by Horizon Type, 'Harmonia Sans' and 'Harmonia Sans Paneuropean' by Monotype, 'Primana Pro' by RMU, 'URW Geometric' by URW Type Foundry, and 'Drystick Geo Grotesk' by deFharo (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, sportswear, sporty, friendly, energetic, modern, casual, motion, impact, approachability, display, rounded, oblique, soft terminals, open counters, bouncy.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded construction and smooth, low-contrast strokes. The forms lean forward consistently, with softened corners and subtly tapered joins that keep the texture lively rather than rigid. Counters are generally open and generous, and many glyphs show gently curved terminals and a slightly bouncy baseline rhythm. Figures are sturdy and compact, with clear, simple silhouettes designed to hold up well at larger sizes.
Best suited to headlines, short statements, and logo or brand lockups where the slanted, rounded weight can deliver impact. It can work well for packaging, event posters, sports and lifestyle messaging, and bold UI moments where a friendly, kinetic tone is desired over a strictly neutral texture.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, combining athletic motion with a friendly softness. Its forward slant and rounded shapes suggest speed and informality, making it feel contemporary and energetic without becoming aggressive.
The font appears designed to provide a bold, fast-leaning sans voice that stays approachable through rounded geometry and open counters. Its primary intention seems to be high visibility and a sense of motion for display typography in modern branding contexts.
The design reads as a display-oriented italic: letterforms are clean and simplified, with wide, rounded bowls (notably in O/Q and the lowercases) and a consistent slant that emphasizes motion. The lowercase shows a utilitarian, single-storey feel in key shapes (like a and g), reinforcing a contemporary, casual voice.