Sans Normal Wabaj 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, signage, friendly, retro, playful, approachable, cheerful, approachability, nostalgic tone, display impact, clarity, rounded, soft terminals, compact, high legibility, even rhythm.
A compact, rounded sans with sturdy verticals and softly tapered or rounded terminals. Curves are smooth and slightly squarish in places, giving counters a friendly, open feel while keeping forms dense and space-efficient. Stroke weight is consistent overall with gentle modulation, and the font maintains a steady rhythm in text through simple, well-contained shapes and clear interior spaces.
Works well for short to medium-length display text such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and storefront or wayfinding-style signage. It can also support branding elements like logos and wordmarks where a friendly, slightly retro voice is needed, while remaining clear in larger blocks of emphasis text.
The overall tone feels warm and informal, with a retro, sign-painter-adjacent friendliness rather than a strict modern neutrality. Its rounded joins and softened endings make it inviting and slightly whimsical, lending a casual voice that still stays readable and grounded.
Likely designed to provide a personable, compact display sans that balances strong presence with soft, rounded detailing. The goal appears to be easy readability paired with a nostalgic, approachable character suitable for attention-grabbing typography.
Uppercase forms read as sturdy and stable, while lowercase letters lean on rounded bowls and compact proportions that keep lines of text cohesive. Numerals are bold and straightforward, suited to display settings where clarity and character are both desired.