Sans Normal Wanol 8 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, packaging, posters, branding, editorial, friendly, hand-drawn, retro, casual, warm, approachability, personality, handmade feel, display clarity, rounded, soft, quirky, playful, humanist.
A condensed, monolinear sans with softly rounded terminals and gentle stroke modulation that reads as lightly hand-drawn rather than rigidly geometric. Curves are open and smooth, with compact counters and a tight overall rhythm that favors verticality. Several letters show subtly idiosyncratic joins and asymmetries—especially in diagonals and bowls—giving the alphabet an organic texture while remaining clean and legible. Figures are simple and consistent, with rounded shapes and minimal ornamentation that matches the letterforms.
Well-suited for headlines, short editorial callouts, packaging, and brand marks that need a friendly, crafted voice. It can also work for UI labels or captions when a personable tone is desired, though it will be most distinctive at display sizes where its rounded detailing is visible.
The tone is approachable and slightly whimsical, combining a retro sign-painting feel with modern simplicity. Its irregularities add personality without becoming messy, making it feel conversational and informal rather than corporate or technical.
The design appears intended to deliver a clean sans foundation with added human warmth—capturing the ease of hand lettering while keeping forms consistent enough for repeated use in branding and display typography.
Uppercase forms feel sturdy and poster-ready, while the lowercase shows more character in its curves and terminals, enhancing the handmade impression. The tight proportions and compact shapes help it stay readable in short lines and headings while maintaining a distinctive voice.