Sans Normal Olnav 14 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Apta' by Colophon Foundry, 'FF Bauer Grotesk' and 'FF Bauer Grotesk Paneuropean' by FontFont, 'Neue Kabel' by Linotype, 'Lapidaria' by SIAS, 'Glorich' by Sarid Ezra, 'TT Chocolates' by TypeType, and 'Entendre' by Wordshape (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, signage, friendly, playful, approachable, modern, confident, friendly impact, modern display, approachable branding, rounded, soft corners, geometric, chunky, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with smooth, low-contrast strokes and broad, open counters. Letterforms lean on simple geometric construction—near-circular bowls (O, o), blunt terminals, and softened joins—creating an even, sturdy texture in text. Proportions feel slightly compact with short extenders and a generous x-height; curves are prominent while diagonals and terminals are gently rounded rather than sharp. Figures are similarly robust and simple, with clear, poster-like silhouettes.
This font works best for headlines, short statements, and brand marks where a bold, friendly presence is needed. It suits packaging, posters, signage, and social graphics that benefit from sturdy letterforms and rounded warmth, especially when set with ample spacing and clear hierarchy.
The overall tone is friendly and contemporary, with a playful softness that keeps the weight from feeling severe. Its rounded shapes and chunky rhythm read as approachable and upbeat, well-suited to casual, people-focused messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, accessible sans with strong display impact while keeping the tone soft and personable. Its geometric roundness and consistent weight suggest a focus on clarity at larger sizes and a contemporary, upbeat brand personality.
The design maintains consistent stroke weight and rounded detailing across caps, lowercase, and numerals, producing a cohesive, high-impact voice. In longer lines, the dense weight and compact proportions create a strong, attention-grabbing grayscale, favoring display sizes over extended small-size reading.