Sans Normal Labaj 1 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aribau Grotesk' by Emtype Foundry, 'Oriet' by Lafontype, 'Gramatika' by Tokotype, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, sporty, energetic, modern, confident, friendly, impact, motion, bold branding, modern clarity, rounded, slanted, blocky, compact, open apertures.
A heavy, slanted sans with broad, rounded construction and strongly simplified, geometric letterforms. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and curves resolve into smooth, full bowls and softened corners, creating a dense, poster-like texture. Counters are relatively tight but remain clear due to open apertures in forms like C, S, and G, while diagonals (A, K, V, W, X) feel sturdy and slightly compressed by the forward lean. The lowercase shows single‑storey a and g, with compact joins and a robust, utilitarian rhythm that stays legible at display sizes.
This font is best suited to headlines, large typographic statements, and brand marks where impact and momentum matter. It performs well on packaging and promotional materials that need a friendly but forceful presence, and it naturally fits sporty or tech-forward visual systems. For long reading text, it will be most comfortable at larger sizes where its dense weight and tight counters can breathe.
The overall tone is assertive and kinetic, with a forward-leaning stance that reads as active and contemporary. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable rather than aggressive, giving it a sporty, punchy voice suited to attention-grabbing messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a modern, rounded geometry and a consistent forward slant. It emphasizes strong silhouettes and a compact, energetic rhythm to communicate motion and confidence in display settings.
Figures are bold and rounded with strong silhouettes; the 0 is oval and the 8 is compact and weighty, matching the dense headline color of the letters. The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and numerals, helping lines of text feel cohesive and fast-moving.