Sans Normal Modev 5 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ebony' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, punchy, confident, retro, attention grabbing, friendly display, bold branding, retro flavor, rounded, bulky, soft corners, compact apertures, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with thick, uniform strokes and broad, blocky proportions. Curves are generously circular, while joins and terminals are softened rather than sharp, producing a cushioned, poster-like silhouette. Counters and apertures skew compact (notably in forms like e, a, s, and g), and the overall rhythm is dense with strong black coverage. The lowercase has a straightforward, single‑storey construction where expected, with sturdy stems and minimal detail, keeping shapes simple and highly graphic.
Best suited for headlines and display settings where its heavy color and rounded forms can create instant impact—posters, bold branding, packaging, and attention-grabbing signage. It can also work for short UI labels or badges when a friendly, emphatic tone is desired, but is less ideal for long-form body text due to its dense texture.
The typeface reads loud and approachable at the same time—cheerful, slightly nostalgic, and designed to grab attention. Its rounded massing and tight openings give it a fun, cartoon-adjacent energy, while the solid weight conveys confidence and immediacy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence with a warm, rounded voice—combining simple geometric construction with softened edges for a friendly, high-impact display sans.
At larger sizes the letterforms feel cohesive and emblematic, with a consistent roundness across bowls and shoulders. In longer lines, the dense color and tighter internal spaces can make texture feel compact, favoring short bursts of text over extended reading.