Sans Normal Karaj 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nicky Sans' by Digitype Studio, 'FF Mark' and 'FF Mark Paneuropean' by FontFont, 'CF Asty' by Fonts.GR, and 'Manifestor' by Stawix (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, dynamic, confident, modern, techy, impact, motion, clarity, modernity, emphasis, slanted, geometric, clean, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with broad proportions and smooth, geometric construction. Strokes remain largely uniform, with rounded joins and clean terminals that keep counters open despite the dense weight. Curves are near-circular and bowls feel full and stable, while diagonals and angled cuts introduce a brisk, forward-leaning rhythm. Spacing is firm and the overall texture is dark and consistent, reading best when set with a bit of breathing room in lines and margins.
Well-suited to display uses such as headlines, posters, campaign graphics, and bold UI moments where emphasis is needed. It also works for sporty branding, product packaging, and promotional typography that benefits from a fast, modern feel. For extended reading, it’s best used sparingly or at generous sizes due to its dark, condensed texture.
The font conveys speed and decisiveness, with a contemporary, performance-oriented tone. Its sturdy shapes and consistent color feel assertive and straightforward, suitable for messaging that needs to look energetic without becoming decorative.
The design appears intended to provide a strong, contemporary slanted sans for high-impact communication, balancing geometric roundness with sharp diagonals to suggest momentum. It prioritizes punchy presence and clear silhouettes over delicate detail, making it a reliable choice for assertive display typography.
In text, the slant and strong diagonals create a noticeable directional flow, giving headlines a sense of motion. Rounded forms in letters and numerals keep the voice friendly and approachable even at high weight, while the compact apertures can benefit from comfortable sizes and spacing for long passages.