Sans Normal Onmay 13 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kardinal' by Ani Dimitrova, 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'FS Me' and 'FS Me Paneuropean' by Fontsmith, 'JAF Facit' by Just Another Foundry, and 'Devina Rodent' by UICreative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, retro, playful, sturdy, approachable, impact, approachability, display clarity, brand voice, retro flavor, rounded, soft corners, compact, geometric, chunky.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and softly squared curves. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation and mostly blunt terminals that keep counters open and legible at display sizes. The shapes lean geometric, using broad bowls and circular/elliptical construction, while details like angled joins and slightly flattened curves add a pragmatic, poster-ready texture. Numerals and capitals read solid and stable, with consistent weight distribution and a firm baseline presence.
Well-suited for headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks where a warm, sturdy presence is needed. It performs especially well in short-to-medium text settings such as signage, labels, and marketing copy that benefits from high visual impact and an informal tone.
The overall tone is friendly and upbeat, with a slightly retro, sign-painter energy. Its chunky forms feel confident and welcoming rather than formal, giving text a playful, approachable voice that still holds together in blocks of copy.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust, readable display sans that combines geometric clarity with softened edges for friendliness. It aims for strong typographic color and quick recognition, prioritizing impact and approachability in contemporary and retro-leaning applications.
The lowercase shows a compact rhythm with generous weight and simplified forms, producing strong word silhouettes and clear spacing. In longer sample text, the dense color and rounded geometry create a cohesive, headline-forward look that favors impact over delicacy.