Sans Normal Puriv 9 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Soft' and 'Dexa Round' by Artegra; 'Helvetica' by Linotype; 'Core Sans N', 'Core Sans N SC', and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core; and 'Puck' by Type.p (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, social media, playful, friendly, retro, casual, bouncy, approachability, impact, cheerfulness, nostalgia, motion, rounded, soft, chunky, bubble-like, informal.
A heavy, rounded sans with a consistent forward slant and generously softened corners throughout. Strokes are thick and smoothly tapered at joins, producing a blobby, ink-like texture rather than hard geometric edges. Counters stay fairly open for the weight, and the overall rhythm is lively, with slightly uneven widths and curved terminals that keep the line from feeling rigid or mechanical. Numerals match the letters’ soft, inflated construction, with compact forms and rounded interior spaces.
Best suited for short, attention-grabbing settings such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and expressive brand marks. It also works well for social media graphics and playful signage where a bold, friendly voice is desired; for longer passages, larger sizes and generous leading help maintain clarity.
The font conveys an upbeat, approachable tone with a hint of vintage display charm. Its slanted, cushioned shapes feel energetic and personable, suggesting motion and friendliness rather than formality. The overall impression is fun and informal, suited to brands and messages that want to feel welcoming and lighthearted.
Likely designed as a charismatic display sans that prioritizes warmth and impact over strict neutrality. The goal appears to be a bold, rounded look with a natural, bouncy rhythm—delivering instant personality while staying simple and highly legible at large sizes.
At text sizes the dense weight and rounded joins create a strong, uniform color, while the italic slant adds momentum and emphasis even without additional styling. Spacing appears comfortable for display use, and the simplified, rounded detailing keeps the texture smooth in large headlines.