Sans Normal Riber 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chromatic Mono' by Colophon Foundry; 'Core Gothic D', 'Core Sans D', and 'Core Sans E' by S-Core; and 'Heiders' by Seventh Imperium (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, modern, friendly, confident, utilitarian, neutral, impact, clarity, approachability, versatility, simplicity, rounded, open apertures, high legibility, geometric, soft corners.
A heavy, rounded sans with smooth, continuous curves and clean, largely uniform stroke weight. Letterforms lean toward geometric construction—circular bowls and broad arcs—while maintaining practical proportions and generous counters. Terminals are mostly blunt and slightly softened, and the overall rhythm is steady and compact without feeling condensed. The lowercase shows straightforward, single-storey shapes where expected (e.g., a, g), with open apertures in letters like c and e that support clarity at small sizes.
This font suits display-forward applications where impact and quick recognition matter, such as headlines, posters, signage, and bold UI/wayfinding labels. It also works well for branding and packaging that want a contemporary, friendly sans with strong readability in short to medium-length text.
The tone is modern and approachable, projecting clarity and straightforwardness rather than formality. Its rounded geometry and soft finishing give it a friendly, contemporary voice that still reads as workmanlike and dependable.
The design appears intended as a versatile, high-impact rounded sans that balances geometric simplicity with comfortable readability. It prioritizes clear silhouettes, open counters, and a cohesive, modern texture for prominent typographic roles.
Caps are solid and blocky with consistent overshoot and well-contained curves, producing strong headline presence. Numerals are clear and simple with rounded forms and sturdy verticals, matching the overall weight and curvature of the alphabet for a cohesive texture in mixed alphanumeric settings.