Sans Normal Malet 11 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Nordt' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, playful, punchy, retro, impact, motion, friendliness, display, rounded, oblique, chunky, soft corners, high impact.
This typeface is a heavy, oblique sans with a broad, rounded build and compact internal counters. Strokes are thick and fairly uniform, with softened corners and smoothly curved joins that keep the dense weight from feeling harsh. The letterforms lean consistently to the right, and the wide proportions create strong horizontal presence while the tall lowercase keeps text visually tall and tightly packed. Counters in forms like O, P, and a are small and cleanly cut, giving a solid, “ink-heavy” silhouette that remains orderly in headline settings.
Best used for headlines, posters, and branding where large sizes can showcase its strong silhouette and forward slant. It also fits sports-leaning identities, event graphics, and packaging that benefits from loud, friendly emphasis. For longer passages, its dense weight and small counters are more effective in short bursts than in sustained text.
The overall tone is energetic and extroverted, with a sporty, display-forward attitude. Its rounded geometry and exaggerated heft add a playful friendliness, while the forward slant suggests motion and urgency. The result feels well suited to bold messaging where impact and momentum matter more than subtlety.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a smooth, rounded sans structure and an oblique stance that implies speed. Its wide, heavy forms prioritize bold readability and a memorable shape, making it a natural choice for display typography and attention-led communication.
Numerals are robust and attention-grabbing, with rounded bowls and a compact, sign-like rhythm. Uppercase shapes stay geometric and sturdy, while the lowercase maintains a large x-height and simplified construction for an assertive, contemporary feel in short lines.