Sans Normal Poliw 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co., 'Morandi' and 'Prelo Condensed' by Monotype, 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio, 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core, 'Amsi Pro' and 'Amsi Pro AKS' by Stawix, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, children’s, logos, playful, friendly, chunky, cartoonish, bubbly, approachability, impact, fun, informality, whimsy, rounded, soft, blunt, compact, bouncy.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners and broadly inflated bowls. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, and terminals are blunt or gently curved, giving letters a molded, cushiony silhouette. Counters are relatively small and rounded, and the overall rhythm feels lively due to slightly uneven, hand-drawn-like shaping and a mild forward bounce in curves and diagonals. Uppercase forms read compact and sturdy, while lowercase maintains clear, simple constructions with single-storey a and g and generous, rounded joins.
Best suited for short display text such as posters, splashy headlines, product packaging, children’s materials, and bold branding moments where a friendly, chunky presence is desired. It can also work for labels, stickers, and social graphics, while longer body text will generally need larger sizes and ample spacing to stay readable.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, leaning toward a cheerful, kid-friendly voice rather than formal neutrality. Its chunky black shapes feel bold and expressive, suggesting fun, snacks-and-toys energy, and an informal, welcoming personality.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with soft, rounded forms and an informal, humanized rhythm. It aims to feel approachable and fun while remaining simple and legible enough for bold display settings.
At smaller sizes, the tight counters and dense weight can reduce interior clarity, while at display sizes the distinctive rounded silhouettes and soft irregularities become a strong stylistic feature. Numerals match the same bulbous geometry, with simple, friendly forms that prioritize impact over precision.