Sans Normal Ofgel 13 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Crossten Soft' by Emre Güven, 'Crossten' by Horizon Type, 'Neue Reman Gt' and 'Neue Reman Sans' by Propertype, 'Almarose' by S&C Type, and 'Artine' by SimpleType Studios (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, signage, friendly, punchy, playful, retro, approachable, attention, approachability, clarity, retro appeal, rounded, soft-cornered, sturdy, compact, chunky.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and softly flattened curves. Strokes are thick and largely uniform, with rounded terminals and gently squared corners that give letters a sturdy, cut-out feel. Counters are small but kept open enough to maintain clarity, and the overall rhythm is dense and even. Circular forms like O/0 read as rounded but slightly squarish, while diagonals and joins (V/W/K) remain firm and blunt rather than sharp.
This font is well suited to headlines, logos, and short display lines where a bold, friendly presence is desired. It can work well for packaging, posters, and signage that need high impact and quick recognition. In longer text, it’s best used sparingly (subheads, callouts, labels) due to its dense weight and compact counters.
The tone is warm and casual, with a cheerful, slightly retro flavor. Its chunky shapes and soft corners feel inviting and energetic, leaning more toward fun and friendliness than strict neutrality. The overall impression is confident and lively, suited to attention-getting typography without looking aggressive.
The design appears intended as a bold, approachable display sans that balances geometric roundness with sturdy, softened corners. It aims to deliver strong visual impact while keeping an upbeat, accessible personality for commercial and editorial applications.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent, rounded construction, with simple, single-storey lowercase forms (notably a and g) that reinforce an informal voice. Numerals are bold and highly legible, matching the same soft, sturdy geometry. The design’s compact apertures and dense color suggest it will look strongest with comfortable spacing and at sizes where its interior shapes don’t clog.