Sans Normal Mykum 6 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, punchy, retro, chunky, display impact, approachability, retro flavor, brand presence, high legibility, rounded, soft corners, geometric, compact counters, heavy terminals.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and generous curves. Strokes are uniformly thick with softened joins and subtly blunted terminals, giving the forms a molded, cushion-like feel. Counters are relatively compact, and many shapes lean on near-circular bowls (notably in O, o, and 8), while straight-sided letters like E, F, H, and N stay sturdy and blocky. The lowercase shows single-storey a and g and an overall compact, dense rhythm that holds together well in bold display settings.
This font performs best in large sizes where its dense shapes and rounded construction read as intentional and energetic. It suits bold headlines, brand marks, packaging callouts, storefront or event signage, and any short-form copy that benefits from friendly impact. In longer text, the compact counters and heavy weight suggest using generous size and spacing for clarity.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a slightly retro, poster-like confidence. Its rounded geometry and tight counters create a friendly “big voice” that feels more playful than formal, suited to attention-grabbing messaging without sharpness or severity.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a warm, approachable character. By combining sturdy, wide forms with rounded geometry and simplified details, it aims for high recognition and a cheerful display voice that stays clean and contemporary while nodding to vintage headline styles.
The numerals are thick and simplified, with strong silhouettes that prioritize impact over delicacy. Round letters maintain consistent curvature, while diagonals in forms like V, W, X, and Y appear bold and stable, reinforcing a solid, graphic presence across the set.