Sans Normal Kolan 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pragmatica' by ParaType, 'Aago' by Positype, 'Lyu Lin' by Stefan Stoychev, and 'Nuber Next' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, sportswear, sporty, urgent, modern, energetic, confident, emphasis, momentum, impact, modernity, slanted, roundish, compact, crisp, sturdy.
A slanted sans with sturdy, low-contrast strokes and rounded curve construction. Letterforms lean consistently forward with compact, slightly condensed proportions and clean, open counters. Curves (C, G, O, Q, e) feel elliptical and smooth, while joins and terminals are kept crisp and straightforward, balancing geometric regularity with a lively italic rhythm. Numerals match the same forward-leaning stance and maintain clear, solid silhouettes.
Best suited to headline and display settings where a sense of motion and impact is desirable, such as branding, advertising, posters, and packaging. It can also work for short blocks of emphasized text, pull quotes, or UI accents where a firm, energetic voice is needed.
The overall tone is active and assertive, with a fast, forward-moving feel that reads as contemporary and energetic. The weight and slant convey confidence and momentum, lending a sporty, promotional character without becoming decorative.
Likely designed to provide a high-impact italic sans for attention-driven typography, pairing geometric roundness with a strong forward slant to create speed and emphasis while staying clean and broadly usable.
The sample text shows strong word-shape emphasis from the pronounced italic angle and compact spacing, which helps headlines feel dynamic. Round letters stay stable and even, while diagonals and angled terminals add snap and directionality.