Sans Normal Nolab 15 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'FF Bauer Grotesk' and 'FF Bauer Grotesk Paneuropean' by FontFont, 'CF Panoptik' by Fonts.GR, 'Ekster' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Glendale' by Sarid Ezra, and 'Kessel 105 Text' by Talbot Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, chunky, retro, impact, approachability, display clarity, retro flavor, rounded, soft corners, bulbous, compact, heavy terminals.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners and broad, compact forms. Curves are generous and circular, with smooth joins and minimal stroke modulation, creating an even, sturdy texture. Counters tend to be relatively small and tightly enclosed, while apertures stay fairly closed, reinforcing a dense, punchy silhouette. Diagonals and angular joins (notably in letters like K, M, N, V, W) are simplified and thick, keeping the overall color consistent and bold.
Best suited to display typography where impact and friendliness are priorities—headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks. It also works well for short UI labels or signage where a warm, approachable tone is desired and generous sizing preserves internal clarity.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a cartoonish, poster-like confidence. Its rounded construction and compact counters lend it a friendly, slightly retro character that feels informal and attention-grabbing rather than restrained or technical.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence with a soft, welcoming feel. By combining compact proportions, rounded geometry, and consistent stroke weight, it aims for high legibility at display sizes while projecting a playful, modern-retro personality.
The alphabet shows a consistent geometric logic across uppercase and lowercase, with lowercase shapes that read as sturdy and simplified. Numerals are similarly bold and rounded, designed to match the strong typographic color of the letters in headline settings.