Sans Normal Lanab 12 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Graphie' by Dharma Type, 'Muller' by Fontfabric, 'Malva' by Harbor Type, 'Nietos' by Melvastype, and 'Glot Round' by Wordshape (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, confident, energetic, modern, playful, impact, motion, attention, approachability, oblique, rounded, chunky, compact, soft corners.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and generously rounded curves. Strokes are thick and uniform, with smooth joins and a consistent, solid color that holds up in large sizes. Terminals tend toward soft, slightly sheared cuts that reinforce the forward slant, while counters stay open enough to keep letters from clogging. The overall rhythm is compact and sturdy, balancing round forms (O, C, G) with simplified, blocky construction in straight-sided shapes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and brand marks where a dense, high-impact voice is needed. It fits sports and fitness messaging, youth-oriented branding, packaging callouts, and promotional graphics, and it can also work for short subheads when strong emphasis is desired.
The style reads assertive and fast, with a forward-leaning posture that suggests motion and urgency. Its rounded bulk keeps the tone friendly rather than severe, giving it a contemporary, sporty personality that feels geared toward attention and impact.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a streamlined, contemporary sans structure, combining a strong slant for momentum with rounded geometry for approachability. It prioritizes bold presence and quick recognition in display settings.
The figures are bold and punchy, matching the letters in weight and stance, and the sample text shows strong word-shape presence with tight, energetic spacing. The oblique angle is pronounced enough to feel intentional as a display voice rather than a subtle slant.