Sans Normal Menel 11 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Archetica' by Almarkha Type, 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Fusion Collection' by Blaze Type, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, and 'Crique Grotesk' by Stawix (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, signage, sporty, energetic, loud, modern, confident, impact, motion, branding, emphasis, display, oblique, compact counters, rounded corners, sturdy, high impact.
A heavy, oblique sans with wide proportions and a compact, muscular silhouette. Strokes are thick and fairly even, with smooth, rounded curve transitions and minimal tapering, giving the letters a solid, blocky presence. Counters are relatively tight and apertures tend toward closed or narrowed, increasing density at larger sizes. Overall spacing feels built for impact, with sturdy forms and a consistent forward slant that keeps the rhythm fast and directional.
Best suited to large-scale typography such as headlines, posters, and attention-forward display settings where its density and slant can work as a visual hook. It can perform well for sports branding, promotional graphics, packaging, and bold signage, especially when the goal is impact and speed of recognition. For longer passages, it will typically be more effective in short bursts—titles, callouts, and emphatic statements.
The tone is assertive and high-energy, reading as sporty and attention-grabbing rather than subtle. Its strong mass and forward motion suggest speed, power, and immediacy, lending a contemporary, promotional feel. The overall impression is confident and bold, suited to messages meant to be seen quickly and remembered.
This design appears intended as a high-impact display sans that combines wide, weighty forms with an oblique stance to communicate motion and strength. The rounded, compact counters and sturdy construction prioritize legibility at large sizes while maximizing visual punch in branding and promotional contexts.
The figures match the lettering’s compact, weighty construction, maintaining strong presence in numerals as well as caps and lowercase. The italic angle is pronounced enough to add motion without becoming cursive, and the rounded geometry keeps the heaviness from feeling harsh.