Sans Normal Onlun 17 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Alamia' by Ani Dimitrova, 'AC Texto' and 'AC Texto Pro' by Antoine Crama, 'Whitney' by Hoefler & Co., and 'Schnebel Sans ME' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, branding, modern, friendly, confident, clean, approachable, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, versatility, rounded, geometric, high-clarity, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, geometric sans with rounded, circular counters and broadly uniform stroke weight. Curves are smooth and full, with crisp terminals and minimal modulation, giving the letterforms a sturdy, compact silhouette. The proportions lean slightly wide in round letters, while straight-sided forms stay blocky and stable, creating an even rhythm across caps and lowercase. Numerals match the same robust, rounded construction for consistent color in text and display.
Well suited to headlines, posters, and signage where strong presence and quick recognition matter. It also fits branding and packaging that want a modern, friendly geometric feel, and it can work for short UI labels or callouts where clarity and impact are priorities.
The overall tone is modern and straightforward, with a friendly warmth coming from the rounded bowls and soft interior shapes. Its dense, confident presence reads as practical and no-nonsense, while still feeling approachable rather than technical or austere.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, contemporary sans with rounded geometry and consistent weight, prioritizing clarity and visual solidity. It aims for a versatile, attention-getting style that remains clean and readable in prominent typographic roles.
In the samples, the type maintains a strong, even texture at large sizes, with clear internal spacing in letters like a, e, and g. The design emphasizes legibility through open apertures and simple geometry, producing a solid typographic “voice” that holds up well in short lines and stacked settings.