Sans Normal Malet 10 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Daimito' by Blaze Type, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Sztos' by Machalski, 'Radiate Sans' by Studio Sun, and 'Nordt' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, punchy, confident, energetic, modern, impact, motion, attention, display, rounded, oblique, compact counters, blocky, high impact.
This typeface is a heavy, oblique sans with wide, rounded letterforms and a distinctly aerodynamic slant. Strokes are thick and fairly even, with softened corners and oval-based curves that keep counters tight and dense. The uppercase shows sturdy, block-like construction, while the lowercase leans toward single-story forms with large bowls and short, robust terminals. Numerals are similarly weighty and rounded, built for strong presence rather than delicate detail.
It performs best in headlines, posters, and branding where impact and motion are priorities. The weight and slant make it well-suited to sports, entertainment, and product packaging, especially for large-scale text that needs to stand out quickly.
The overall tone is assertive and energetic, with a forward-leaning stance that feels fast, sporty, and attention-seeking. Its chunky curves and compact counters create a bold, friendly intensity rather than a sharp or technical mood.
The design intent appears focused on delivering maximum visual punch with a dynamic, forward-leaning silhouette. Rounded construction and dense interiors suggest it was drawn to feel powerful and contemporary while remaining approachable.
Spacing appears intentionally generous for such heavy shapes, helping maintain clarity at display sizes. The combination of rounded geometry and strong oblique angle gives it a distinctive “motion” rhythm that reads best in short bursts of text.