Sans Normal Pimav 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Display Patrol' and 'Numpty' by Hanoded, 'Avenir Next' and 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Antry Sans' by Mans Greback, 'Neue Reman Gt' and 'Neue Reman Sans' by Propertype, and 'Kolage' by Runsell Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, signage, playful, retro, friendly, bouncy, punchy, display impact, friendly tone, retro energy, informal branding, rounded, soft corners, chunky, cartoonish, slanted.
A heavy, rounded sans with a consistent forward slant and compact, chunky shapes. Strokes are broadly uniform and low-contrast, with softened corners and slightly irregular, hand-cut geometry that gives counters and terminals a lively, organic feel. The lowercase is sturdy with clear bowls and rounded joins, while the uppercase reads as simplified, blocky silhouettes with ample weight and tight interior spaces. Overall spacing and rhythm feel energetic and slightly uneven in a deliberate way, emphasizing bold forms over strict precision.
Well suited for short, attention-grabbing text such as posters, headlines, product packaging, and expressive brand marks. It can also work for signage or social graphics where a bold, friendly voice is needed, especially when set with generous line spacing.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a comic, mid-century display flavor. Its chunky curves and slanted stance suggest motion and enthusiasm, giving text a friendly, informal voice that feels more fun than formal.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display sans that combines strong weight with soft, rounded shapes and an italicized, energetic rhythm. Its simplified forms and playful irregularity aim to create a personable, retro-leaning look that stands out quickly in large-scale typography.
The numerals match the letterforms with thick, rounded construction and simple silhouettes, prioritizing impact and cohesion over fine detail. The design’s tight counters and dense color make it most comfortable at larger sizes where the inner spaces stay open and legible.