Sans Normal Libar 12 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Astoria Sans' by Alan Meeks; 'Delargo DT', 'Elisar DT', and 'Elisar DT Infant' by DTP Types; 'Morandi' by Monotype; 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio; 'Tabac Sans' by Suitcase Type Foundry; and 'Monsal Gothic' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports graphics, sporty, punchy, friendly, energetic, retro, attention, momentum, approachability, impact, slanted, rounded, soft corners, compact, high impact.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with rounded, compact shapes and smooth, low-contrast strokes. Curves are generously filled and corners are softened, giving counters a tight, sturdy feel. The overall rhythm is lively and forward-leaning, with consistent stroke endings and a sturdy baseline presence that reads as bold and assertive in both upper- and lowercase.
This font is best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, logos, packaging callouts, and sports or event graphics. It performs particularly well at medium-to-large sizes where its compact counters and strong slant create a clear, energetic statement.
The tone is energetic and confident, with a friendly softness that keeps it approachable despite the strong weight. Its slant adds motion and urgency, creating a sporty, promotional feel that can also read as slightly retro in large, punchy settings.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a forward-leaning, modern sans voice, balancing strong weight with rounded geometry for approachability. It emphasizes bold presence and motion over delicate detail, making it suitable for attention-driven display typography.
Round letters like O and 0 appear very close in construction, emphasizing a geometric, built-from-curves approach. The figures are bold and attention-grabbing, matching the letterforms’ compact counters and broad silhouettes.