Sans Normal Likol 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Gilam' by Fontfabric, 'JAF Bernini Sans' by Just Another Foundry, 'Modal' by Schriftlabor, and 'NuOrder' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sportswear, branding, packaging, sporty, confident, dynamic, contemporary, assertive, convey motion, increase impact, modern branding, display clarity, compact emphasis, oblique, forward-leaning, sturdy, compact, clean.
This typeface is a heavy, oblique sans with smooth, rounded curves and sturdy, largely monolinear strokes. The slant is pronounced and consistent, giving straight-sided forms (like E, F, L, T) a sharp, aerodynamic feel while keeping bowls and counters relatively open. Terminals are mostly blunt with subtly softened corners, and joins stay crisp without calligraphic modulation. Overall spacing feels compact and efficient, supporting tight, high-impact setting while maintaining clear letter differentiation in the basic Latin set shown.
It works best in display contexts such as headlines, campaign graphics, sports and fitness branding, packaging callouts, and short, emphatic UI labels where a strong, slanted sans can signal speed and impact. It can also support subheads or navigational elements when sufficient size and spacing are available.
The forward lean and dense color create a sense of motion and urgency, reading as energetic and performance-oriented rather than quiet or delicate. Its overall tone feels modern and utilitarian, with a confident, poster-like presence suited to attention-grabbing messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-energy italic voice with strong presence and quick readability. Its emphasis on sturdy shapes, clean construction, and consistent slant suggests a focus on branding and promotional typography where momentum and confidence are key.
Uppercase forms are broad and stable, while the lowercase maintains a straightforward, geometric rhythm with minimal stylistic quirks. Numerals appear sturdy and highly legible, matching the letterforms’ weight and slant for consistent texture in mixed settings.