Sans Normal Opkel 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Proza' by Bureau Roffa; 'City Boys Soft' by Dharma Type; 'ITC Stone Humanist', 'ITC Stone Sans', and 'ITC Stone Sans II' by ITC; 'Big Vesta' by Linotype; and 'Joanna Sans Nova' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports graphics, confident, friendly, retro, punchy, playful, impact, approachability, display clarity, modern retro, rounded, soft corners, bulky, compact counters, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and compact internal counters. Strokes are dense and relatively even, with gently softened corners and generously curved bowls that keep the shapes feeling smooth rather than rigid. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g), a stout, straight-shouldered n/m rhythm, and a short, sturdy t with a strong crossbar. Numerals are chunky and highly legible, with circular forms and minimal interior space that reinforces the bold, blocky texture.
Best suited to display applications where bold silhouettes matter: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, and attention-grabbing marketing. It can also work for short UI labels or signage where high contrast against the background and quick recognition are the priority, but extended body text will feel dense.
The overall tone is assertive and upbeat, combining a contemporary headline punch with a subtle retro warmth. Its rounded geometry and thick joins give it a friendly, approachable voice, while the compact counters and strong silhouettes add confidence and immediacy.
The design appears intended as a high-impact rounded sans for prominent messaging—delivering strong readability at large sizes while maintaining a friendly, modern character through softened geometry and simplified, robust forms.
In paragraph-style settings the texture is very dark and uniform, creating a strong poster-like color that prioritizes impact over airiness. The wide stance and rounded terminals help avoid a harsh industrial feel, keeping the letterforms readable and personable at display sizes.