Sans Normal Wanib 12 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, children’s, headlines, friendly, casual, approachable, playful, warm, approachability, warmth, informality, readability, personality, rounded, soft terminals, humanist, hand-drawn, open counters.
A rounded, softly modulated sans with smooth curves and gently tapered strokes. Terminals are predominantly rounded, with subtle flare and a slightly hand-drawn irregularity that keeps the rhythm lively without feeling rough. Counters are open and generously shaped, and many joins lean toward curved, softened intersections rather than sharp corners. Uppercase forms read clean and simple, while the lowercase shows more personality through asymmetric details and varied stroke endings.
Well suited to branding systems that need an approachable, friendly tone, as well as packaging and posters where rounded letterforms can carry personality at larger sizes. It can also work well for children’s and educational materials, signage, and short-form headlines where the informal warmth is an advantage.
The overall tone is warm and informal, with a friendly, conversational voice. Its rounded construction and subtle wobble suggest a personable, everyday character rather than a strict, technical one. The texture feels inviting and lightly playful, suited to designs aiming for approachability.
The design appears intended to blend the clarity of a rounded sans with a more human, hand-made feel. By softening terminals and maintaining open, readable interiors, it aims to stay legible while adding charm and a casual, welcoming texture.
The figures follow the same rounded logic as the letters, with curved strokes and softened corners that keep numerals consistent with the alphabet. In text, spacing feels comfortable and the shapes remain recognizable at display sizes, while the distinctive, slightly quirky detailing becomes a key part of the font’s charm.