Sans Normal Nolan 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cirta Two' by Eurotypo, 'FF Kievit' by FontFont, 'Conamore' by Grida, 'Halifax' by Hoftype, 'Joanna Sans Nova' by Monotype, 'Mato Sans' by Picador, 'Coleface' by Roy Cole, and 'Monsal Gothic' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, punchy, retro, playful, impact, approachability, display clarity, brand presence, soft corners, compact, heavy weight, geometric, rounded counters.
A dense, heavy sans with broad, rounded curves and squared-off terminals that read clean and assertive. The strokes are uniform and low-contrast, with compact counters and a slightly condensed feel in many letters, producing a tight, efficient rhythm. Round letters like O and Q are strongly circular with generous mass, while diagonals (V, W, X) are sturdy and blunt, avoiding sharp finesse. Lowercase forms are simple and robust; the single-storey a and g, plus the stout, ball-like dots, reinforce an uncomplicated, blocky construction.
Best suited to headlines, display typography, and brand applications where bold, compact letterforms need to command attention. It performs well on posters, packaging, signage, and large UI/marketing callouts, especially when a friendly but forceful voice is desired.
The overall tone is confident and approachable, pairing strong presence with softened geometry. It feels upbeat and slightly retro, with a poster-like directness that stays friendly rather than severe.
The design appears intended as a no-nonsense display sans that maximizes impact through heavy weight, tight counters, and simplified geometric shapes. Its softened corners and round forms suggest an aim for approachable emphasis rather than strict industrial neutrality.
Numerals are wide and attention-grabbing, with open, stable shapes and minimal stroke modulation for high-impact readability. The font maintains consistent weight distribution across curved and straight segments, helping it hold together in large headlines and short bursts of text.