Sans Normal Vorav 3 is a bold, normal width, monoline, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Celex Grotesk' by Designova, 'Neusa Neu' by Inhouse Type, 'Transport New' by K-Type, and 'Glimp' and 'Glimp Rounded' by OneSevenPointFive (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, friendly, energetic, modern, casual, impact, motion, approachability, modernity, legibility, rounded, oblique, soft corners, high contrast in rhythm, compact caps.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded geometry and softened terminals. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and joins are smooth, giving counters a clean, open feel even at bold sizes. Proportions lean compact in the capitals while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, single-storey construction (notably in a and g) with generous curves and short, sturdy extenders. The overall rhythm is lively, with a forward slant and slightly varied character widths that keep word shapes dynamic and readable.
Best suited to short to medium-length display settings where impact and momentum matter—headlines, posters, brand marks, packaging callouts, and promotional graphics. The rounded, heavy forms also work well for sporty or youth-oriented identities and attention-grabbing UI labels at larger sizes.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, combining a sporty forward motion with friendly rounded forms. It reads as contemporary and informal rather than technical, projecting confidence without feeling rigid or severe.
The design appears intended to deliver bold, high-energy typography with a friendly, rounded voice. By pairing a consistent heavy stroke with an oblique stance and simplified, modern letter constructions, it prioritizes instant legibility and a contemporary, action-forward impression.
Round characters like O and Q are broadly elliptical and stable, while diagonals (A, V, W, X, Y) feel strong and athletic due to the weight and slant. Numerals are similarly bold and rounded, designed to match the letterforms closely in color and presence.