Sans Normal Belis 8 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s, packaging, posters, headlines, labels, friendly, playful, casual, handmade, lighthearted, approachability, compactness, informality, clarity, rounded, monoline, soft, open, quirky.
A condensed, monoline sans with softly rounded terminals and gently irregular geometry that suggests a hand-drawn or marker-like construction. Strokes stay even with minimal contrast, and curves are built from simple, slightly squashed ovals that keep counters open and legible. The lowercase is simple and single-storey where applicable, with compact bowls and short arms that reinforce the narrow rhythm. Numerals follow the same rounded, informal structure, maintaining consistent stroke weight and a tidy, upright stance.
This font suits short-to-medium display copy where a friendly, informal voice is desired—such as children’s materials, packaging, labels, and posters. It can also work for UI badges, menu headings, and social graphics when you want a compact footprint with approachable character.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a subtly quirky, human cadence rather than rigid mechanical precision. Its narrow proportions and smooth curves give it a breezy, contemporary friendliness that reads as casual and welcoming.
The design appears intended to deliver a personable, hand-made sans in a space-saving width, preserving clarity through open counters and simple shapes. It aims for an easygoing, contemporary feel that softens the rigidity often associated with condensed styles.
Spacing appears balanced for a condensed design, with clear interior counters helping prevent the narrow letters from feeling cramped. Repeated forms (rounds and verticals) stay consistent across the set, while small asymmetries and soft joins add personality without becoming decorative.