Sans Normal Kanow 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Anselm Sans' by Storm Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, sporty, energetic, confident, modern, punchy, emphasis, motion, impact, modernity, oblique, rounded, smooth, compact, high-impact.
This typeface is a slanted, heavy sans with smooth, rounded contours and a compact, forward-leaning stance. Strokes maintain an even thickness with minimal modulation, producing solid color and strong legibility at display sizes. Curves are broadly circular and terminals are clean and blunt, while joins are tight and crisp, giving the alphabet a streamlined, engineered feel. The lowercase is sturdy and slightly condensed in impression, with a straightforward rhythm and clear counters that stay open despite the weight.
Best suited to headlines, short statements, and large-scale typography where impact and immediacy are priorities. It works well for sports and active-lifestyle branding, promotional graphics, posters, packaging callouts, and bold UI accents where a dynamic, modern sans voice is desired.
The overall tone is assertive and fast, with a kinetic, contemporary character that feels built for motion and emphasis. Its oblique angle and dense weight create a sporty, promotional voice—confident, direct, and attention-grabbing rather than delicate or literary.
The design appears intended as a robust, italicized sans for high-impact communication, combining simple geometric curves with a strong forward motion to project speed and confidence. It prioritizes solid typographic color and clear silhouettes for display-led applications.
The slant and heavy strokes make word shapes read as compact blocks, which strengthens headline impact but can increase visual density in longer settings. Numerals match the letterforms with rounded shapes and consistent stroke weight, supporting cohesive titling and callouts.