Sans Normal Lyris 7 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Congress Sans' by Club Type, 'Mirai' by GT&CANARY, 'Pelita' by Lafontype, and 'Core Sans N SC' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, energetic, confident, friendly, retro, impact, momentum, attention, oblique, chunky, rounded, compact, bouncy.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and compact internal counters. Curves are generously rounded and terminals read as blunt and sturdy, giving the forms a dense, punchy texture. The overall construction feels slightly compressed in the apertures and joins, with a consistent rightward slant and lively spacing that keeps words moving forward. Numerals and uppercase maintain the same robust mass, creating a strong, uniform color in display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, short slogans, and bold typographic statements where impact is the priority. It fits branding systems that want energetic, athletic, or playful confidence, and works well on packaging, signage, and promotional graphics where a dense, high-ink look is desirable.
The tone is assertive and upbeat, with a sporty, poster-like immediacy. Its rounded geometry and thick strokes keep it friendly rather than severe, while the slant adds momentum and a sense of action. Overall it projects confidence, impact, and a touch of retro athletic branding.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a forward-leaning, energetic stance. By combining stout, rounded forms with a strong slant, it aims for quick recognition and a confident voice in display contexts.
At larger sizes the weight produces a strong silhouette that reads quickly, but the tight counters and dense shapes suggest it benefits from generous tracking and line spacing in longer settings. The oblique angle is pronounced enough to function as a primary style rather than a simple italic companion.