Sans Normal Kylat 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Kardinal' by Ani Dimitrova, 'Hastrico DT Condensed' by DTP Types, 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Safran' by Hubert Jocham Type, 'Copihue' by Letritas, 'Plusquam Sans' by Typolis, and 'Rehn' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, social, playful, friendly, energetic, casual, retro, attention, approachability, motion, informality, impact, rounded, bouncy, soft terminals, compact, chunky.
A heavy, rounded sans with a consistent forward slant and softly blunted terminals. Forms are built from broad curves and sturdy strokes, with compact counters and minimal modulation, giving the letters a dense, punchy silhouette. The rhythm is lively and slightly uneven in a deliberate way, with buoyant bowls and diagonals that feel springy rather than rigid. Numerals follow the same chunky, rounded construction and read clearly at display sizes.
This style is best used for headlines, posters, and branding where a friendly, high-impact voice is needed. It also fits packaging, labels, and social graphics that benefit from bold, rounded letterforms and an energetic slanted stance. For longer paragraphs, it will typically work better in larger point sizes with generous spacing.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a sporty, upbeat feel that leans casual and slightly retro. Its bold, rounded shapes and italic energy suggest motion and friendliness rather than formality, making it well-suited to fun, attention-getting messages.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, approachable display voice by combining a heavy stroke with rounded geometry and a consistent italic slant. The goal seems to be legibility with personality—compact, punchy shapes that feel dynamic and inviting in promotional and editorial settings.
In text, the weight and slant create strong horizontal momentum and a dark color on the page. The rounded joins and closed-in counters favor short lines, large sizes, and high-contrast color pairings where the heavy texture can breathe.