Sans Normal Berob 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, signage, mid-century, playful, retro, quirky, friendly, space-saving, retro tone, friendly display, casual branding, condensed, monolinear, rounded, soft, bouncy.
A condensed, monolinear sans with tall proportions and rounded joins. Curves are smooth and slightly ovalized, while vertical strokes stay straight and even, creating a steady rhythm in text. Letterforms show a gentle, lively irregularity in their widths and internal counters, with compact apertures and softly tapered terminals that keep the texture light rather than mechanical. Numerals follow the same narrow, upright construction and read cleanly alongside the letters.
Well-suited for posters, headlines, packaging, and branding where a compact width is useful and a retro voice is desired. It can also work for short UI labels or signage when space is constrained, especially at sizes large enough to preserve the open, rounded shapes.
The overall tone feels mid-century and informal, with a friendly, slightly mischievous personality. Its narrow, tall silhouette and softened geometry suggest a hand-drawn poster sensibility without becoming script-like or decorative. It projects a casual optimism that suits lighthearted messaging and nostalgic themes.
The design appears intended to deliver a condensed sans that balances clarity with personality—pairing simple, low-contrast strokes with softened geometry and a slightly offbeat rhythm. It aims to evoke a vintage, display-oriented feel while remaining straightforward enough for short blocks of text.
In running text, the condensed width produces a tight, vertical cadence, while the rounded forms help prevent the color from feeling harsh. The design’s subtle unevenness adds character, so it tends to look more expressive in display sizes than in dense, small-size reading contexts.