Sans Normal Tulip 10 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, retro, punchy, playful, display impact, friendly tone, retro flavor, headline clarity, rounded, soft corners, sturdy, posterlike, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and pronounced stroke contrast created by tapered joins and subtly flared terminals. Curves are generous and smooth, while interior counters stay fairly open for the weight, giving letters a sturdy, ink-trap-free look. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g) and a broad, solid rhythm; ascenders are short-to-moderate, and dots are round and prominent. Numerals are bold and rounded, with clear differentiation and a slightly old-style, drawn feel in the curves and diagonals.
Best suited to headlines, posters, logos, packaging, and short-form messaging where weight and rounded forms can carry personality. It can work for subheads and callouts in editorial layouts, and for signage where a friendly, assertive presence is needed.
The tone is bold and approachable, combining a retro display flavor with a friendly softness. It reads as energetic and attention-grabbing rather than neutral, making text feel upbeat and emphatic.
Likely intended as a characterful display sans that balances high-impact weight with rounded, welcoming shapes. The tapered details suggest an aim to add a touch of vintage warmth and dynamism while keeping letterforms straightforward and readable at larger sizes.
The design’s tapered strokes and curved terminals add movement at large sizes, while the compact set width can help fit dense headlines. In longer lines, the strong weight and contrast can create a dark, emphatic color that benefits from generous tracking and leading.