Sans Normal Maded 5 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Peridot Latin' and 'Peridot PE' by Foundry5, 'HD Colton' by HyperDeluxe, and 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, loud, dynamic, friendly, retro, impact, motion, approachability, display clarity, branding presence, oblique, rounded, soft corners, chunky, high impact.
A heavy, oblique sans with wide, rounded proportions and compact internal counters. Strokes are thick and smooth with subtly softened corners, giving curves a slightly inflated, rubbery feel. The slant is consistent across letters and numerals, and the shapes favor simple, geometric construction with oval bowls and broad shoulders. Spacing reads tight at display sizes, reinforcing a dense, poster-like texture.
Best suited to headlines and short display copy where mass and slant can deliver immediacy—posters, promotional graphics, packaging callouts, and bold brand marks. It can also work for energetic editorial titling or event signage where readability needs to remain strong under heavy weight.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a playful friendliness that keeps the weight from feeling harsh. Its forward lean and broad stance create a sense of motion and confidence, suggesting sporty, attention-grabbing messaging rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended to combine a broad, geometric foundation with an oblique stance for high-impact display use. It prioritizes strong silhouettes, quick recognition, and a lively, contemporary-retro feel over delicate detail or long-form text comfort.
Circular forms like O and 8 are notably wide and dark, while letters with joins and diagonals (such as N, V, W, X, Z) emphasize the font’s angular momentum without becoming sharp. Numerals are similarly bold and rounded, designed to hold their shape and presence at large sizes.