Sans Normal Lynom 12 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Malva' by Harbor Type, 'Equip' and 'Galvani' by Hoftype, 'PTL Attention' by Primetype, 'Core Sans A' by S-Core, and 'Gogh' by Type Forward (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, playful, dynamic, sporty, retro, impact, motion, approachability, display, chunky, rounded, slanted, bouncy, high impact.
A heavy, slanted sans with chunky, rounded forms and compact counters that stay open enough at display sizes. Strokes are broadly uniform, with soft corners and slightly exaggerated curves that give letters a buoyant, molded look. The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, creating a forward-driving rhythm; widths vary naturally by glyph, and overall spacing reads generous for a dense weight. Numerals and capitals are sturdy and simplified, favoring clear silhouettes over fine detail.
Best suited to headlines and short bursts of copy where impact and momentum matter—posters, event graphics, brand marks, packaging callouts, and sports or youth-oriented materials. It can also work for large-format signage or digital hero text where the bold, rounded shapes stay legible.
The overall tone is energetic and friendly, with a punchy, action-forward feel. Its rounded massing and steady slant suggest motion and enthusiasm, leaning toward sporty or comic-adjacent personality rather than formal restraint.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual presence with a friendly, kinetic slant—combining simplified sans structures with rounded, weighty geometry to create an energetic display voice.
The face relies on strong silhouette contrast (black shape against white) rather than internal detail, so it reads best when given room and size. Curved letters like C, S, and O emphasize the font’s rounded construction, while diagonals and terminals keep the texture lively and varied.