Sans Normal Omley 16 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mute' and 'Mute Arabic' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Qamari Sans' by NamelaType, and 'Modal' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, modern, approachable, clean, impact, readability, modern branding, clarity, approachability, rounded, geometric, soft corners, compact, sturdy.
A sturdy sans with softly rounded geometry and compact proportions. Strokes are consistently heavy with smooth, low-contrast curves and flat terminals that keep counters open but dense. Uppercase forms are broad and stable, while lowercase letters use single-storey shapes (notably a and g) with short, straight shoulders and minimal modulation. Overall spacing reads even and practical, favoring solid color and clear silhouettes over delicate detail.
Well-suited to headlines, branding, and short-to-medium text where a strong, friendly sans is needed. The dense, rounded letterforms work especially well for posters, packaging, wayfinding, and UI/marketing applications that benefit from bold, readable shapes.
The tone is friendly and straightforward, with a contemporary, no-nonsense presence. Its rounded construction softens the weight, giving it an approachable feel that still reads confident and assertive in display sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact readability with a warm, geometric character. It prioritizes consistent stroke mass and simple construction to create a dependable, contemporary workhorse for display and prominent text.
Round letters like O and Q are near-circular and tightly drawn, with the Q using a simple diagonal tail. Numerals are similarly compact and robust, matching the font’s strong vertical rhythm and keeping forms easy to distinguish at a glance.