Sans Normal Lakan 16 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AG Royal' by Berthold, 'Epoca Pro' and 'Foro Sans' by Hoftype, and 'MVB Solitaire Pro' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, promotions, packaging, sporty, urgent, loud, dynamic, confident, impact, motion, attention, branding, oblique, heavy, rounded, compact, punchy.
A heavy oblique sans with broad proportions and thick, even strokes. Curves are generously rounded and terminals are clean and blunt, giving letters a solid, built-up silhouette. Counters stay fairly open for the weight, while joins and diagonals (notably in V/W/X and K) create a fast, forward-leaning rhythm. The lowercase shows single-storey forms and a compact, sturdy construction, with the overall texture reading dense and emphatic in text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and promotional graphics where bold, forward motion is desirable. It can also work well for sports branding, packaging callouts, and short UI labels that need maximum punch, while longer paragraphs may feel dense due to the weight and oblique angle.
The slanted stance and dense black color produce a sense of speed and immediacy. It feels assertive and energetic, suited to messaging that needs to sound confident and high-impact rather than delicate or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, energetic sans voice with a built-in sense of motion. Its rounded geometry and blunt terminals prioritize impact and quick recognition in display sizes.
In running text the strong slant and heavy weight create a pronounced “leaning” texture, especially around rounded letters like o/e and wide capitals. Numerals share the same chunky, rounded construction, keeping the set visually consistent for headlines and short bursts of copy.