Sans Normal Pages 3 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Croma Sans' by Hoftype and 'Allotrope' by Kostic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, bold, playful, approachable, chunky, impact, friendliness, simplicity, display emphasis, approachability, rounded, soft, heavy, compact, bubbly.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and softly blunted terminals throughout. Curves are smooth and generously radiused, while straight strokes stay thick and even, creating a compact, weighty texture on the line. Counters are relatively small for the stroke weight, and joins lean toward softened corners rather than sharp vertices. The overall rhythm feels sturdy and cohesive, with clear, simplified letterforms designed to hold up at display sizes.
This font is best suited to headlines, posters, and short bursts of copy where a bold, friendly voice is needed. It works well for branding and packaging that benefit from a soft, approachable display sans, and it can be effective in signage and labels where strong presence matters more than fine detail.
The tone is friendly and informal, with a playful, slightly retro cartoon sensibility. Its soft corners and dense color make it feel approachable and confident rather than technical or austere. The letterforms suggest a fun, consumer-facing personality suited to upbeat messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a warm, rounded silhouette—prioritizing friendliness, simplicity, and strong visual presence. Its softened geometry and dense stroke weight suggest a focus on attention-grabbing display use while keeping letterforms familiar and easy to parse.
Round letters like O and Q appear near-circular and tightly enclosed, reinforcing the font’s strong black presence. The lowercase shows simple, readable constructions with rounded shoulders and minimal detailing, keeping the texture consistent across mixed-case settings. Numerals match the same soft, sturdy construction for a unified look in headlines and short numeric callouts.