Sans Normal Opgak 16 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, retro, playful, chunky, informal, approachability, retro charm, display impact, brand character, rounded, soft corners, wide apertures, low stress, lively rhythm.
A heavy, rounded sans with softly tapered joins and gently flared stroke endings that create a subtly calligraphic feel within an otherwise clean, serifless structure. The letters show broad bowls and open apertures, with compact counters that stay readable due to generous interior rounding. Proportions lean wide in many glyphs, producing a buoyant, slightly bouncy rhythm; curves are smooth and circular, while verticals remain sturdy and consistent. Lowercase forms are simple and sturdy, with a single-storey a and g, round i/j dots, and a friendly, open e.
Best suited to short-to-medium display copy such as headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks where a friendly, retro-leaning presence is desired. It can also work for signage and large UI labels where sturdy shapes and open apertures support quick recognition.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a mid‑century, display-friendly charm. Its soft geometry and slightly animated stroke modulation give it a playful, personable voice that feels more casual than technical or corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, approachable display voice by combining rounded geometric construction with subtle flaring and soft stroke shaping. The goal seems to be high visual impact without sharpness, emphasizing warmth and character in titles and branding.
The numerals are similarly rounded and weighty, suited to attention-grabbing settings; the 1 is simplified and the 2/3 use broad curves that match the letterforms. The uppercase set maintains clear silhouettes with rounded terminals and consistent curvature, helping headings feel cohesive even at large sizes.