Sans Normal Isso 3 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acumin' by Adobe, 'ATC Duel' by Avondale Type Co., 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Aksen' by Tokotype, and 'Hofmann Grotesk' by W Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logo design, sporty, punchy, playful, retro, energetic, attention grabbing, sense of motion, bold branding, display impact, friendly strength, rounded, oblique, compact counters, ink-trap feel, soft corners.
A heavy, oblique sans with wide, rounded forms and a strong rightward slant. Strokes are thick and confident with softened corners and subtly pinched joins that create an ink-trap-like flavor in places (notably around bowls and inner corners). Counters are relatively compact, giving the letters a dense, high-impact silhouette, while curves stay smooth and geometric. The rhythm is lively and slightly bouncy due to the slant and the broad, blocky proportions across both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited for headlines and short display settings where its mass and slant can do the work: posters, sports or action-oriented branding, packaging callouts, and bold social graphics. It can also function in logo marks or wordmarks that need a fast, energetic feel, but will generally be too dense for extended reading at small sizes.
The tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, attention-grabbing presence. Its rounded geometry keeps it friendly and approachable, while the dense weight and forward lean add motion and urgency. Overall it feels retro-leaning and headline-driven, suited to bold, upbeat messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a forward-leaning, motion-inflected stance. By combining rounded, geometric construction with compact counters and softened corners, it aims to be both friendly and forceful—optimized for display impact and quick recognition.
Uppercase forms read as sturdy and simplified, with round letters (like O/Q) appearing almost circular and very dark at text sizes. The numerals follow the same chunky, slanted construction, with rounded terminals and compact interior space that emphasize impact over delicacy.