Sans Normal Lymom 16 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Equip' and 'Galvani' by Hoftype, 'Altivo' by Kostic, 'Fact' by ParaType, and 'Gogh' by Type Forward (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, advertising, sporty, energetic, bold, assertive, modern, impact, speed, display, branding, attention, oblique, rounded, geometric, compact apertures, blocky.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and compact internal spaces. Letterforms rely on round and elliptical geometry, with smooth joins and minimal stroke modulation. Counters are tight (notably in bowls like O, P, R, and 8), and terminals read as clean, slightly sheared cuts that reinforce the forward slant. The overall rhythm is dense and punchy, with sturdy verticals and simplified curves that stay consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
Best suited for large-scale display uses such as headlines, posters, sports and fitness branding, promotional graphics, and packaging where bold, fast-looking typography is needed. The dense counters and heavy weight favor short bursts of text over long reading, especially in smaller sizes.
The font conveys speed and impact—confident, athletic, and promotional in tone. Its forward-leaning stance and thick silhouettes create a sense of motion and urgency, while the rounded geometry keeps it approachable rather than aggressive.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display sans that emphasizes motion, strength, and immediate legibility through thick strokes, rounded construction, and an oblique stance. It prioritizes bold silhouette recognition and a contemporary, promotional feel.
Uppercase shapes are straightforward and block-like, while the lowercase shows a clear oblique construction with single-storey forms (e.g., a) and compact apertures that increase visual weight. Numerals are similarly robust, designed to hold up at large sizes and in high-contrast situations where strong silhouettes matter.