Sans Other Lomol 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'ITC Franklin Gothic LT' by ITC, 'Murs Gothic' by Kobuzan, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, and 'Franklin Gothic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, signage, playful, friendly, retro, chunky, casual, humanized sans, display impact, retro warmth, approachability, rounded, soft corners, inked, hand-cut, irregular.
A heavy, monoline sans with softly rounded corners and subtly uneven contours that suggest a hand-cut or inked construction. Strokes stay low-contrast and compact, with broad bowls and slightly squarish curves that give letters a sturdy, blocky silhouette. Terminals are generally blunt and closed forms feel roomy, while counters and joins show small organic wobbles that keep the rhythm lively rather than mechanical. Numerals and capitals read strong and poster-ready, and the lowercase maintains clear, simple shapes with a straightforward, workmanlike structure.
Best suited for posters, headlines, and short blocks of display copy where its weight and personality can carry the message. It also fits packaging, casual branding, and signage that benefits from a friendly, handcrafted feel.
The font communicates a warm, approachable tone with a lightly retro, handmade flavor. Its chunky forms and gentle irregularities feel informal and personable, leaning more toward cheerful signage than corporate neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust sans voice with human, analog character—prioritizing immediacy and charm over strict geometric precision for attention-grabbing display use.
In text, the texture is dense and assertive, with tight internal spaces that stay readable at display sizes. The slight irregularity across curves and terminals adds character without becoming distressed or overtly decorative.