Sans Normal Pukah 8 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Elisar DT' and 'Elisar DT Infant' by DTP Types, 'Telder HT Pro' by Huerta Tipográfica, 'Mato Sans' by Picador, 'Akagi' by Positype, 'Knedle' by Sudetype, 'Tabac Sans' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Merlo Neue' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, friendly, retro, casual, bold, impact, approachability, energy, retro flavor, display emphasis, rounded, soft, chunky, bouncy, informal.
A heavy, rounded sans with a pronounced rightward slant and broadly inflated forms. Strokes are smooth and uniform, with generously curved corners and oval bowls that keep counters open despite the weight. Terminals tend to be softly squared or subtly tapered, creating a slightly “bouncy” rhythm across words. Uppercase shapes are compact and stout, while the lowercase maintains clear silhouettes and sturdy joins, giving the design a cohesive, chunky texture in text.
Well suited to short, high-impact settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks where an informal, welcoming tone is desired. It also works for signage and social graphics that benefit from a big, soft, highly legible presence, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a sporty, sign-paint–adjacent energy. Its soft curves and sturdy presence feel friendly and extroverted, leaning toward a retro-pop sensibility rather than a formal or technical voice.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, rounded voice—combining a strong black weight with an energetic slant for motion and personality. It prioritizes bold readability and a fun, contemporary-retro feel over minimalism or typographic neutrality.
The slanted stance and wide-set shapes create strong momentum on a line, and the numerals match the same rounded, weighty construction for consistent emphasis. The design reads best when allowed some breathing room, as the dense color can build quickly in longer blocks of text.