Sans Normal Lirur 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Sans' by DSType, 'Quire Sans' by Monotype, 'PF Centro Sans Pro' by Parachute, 'Knedle' by Sudetype, and 'Gloriola' and 'Tabac Sans' by Suitcase Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, sporty, punchy, friendly, dynamic, retro, impact, motion, approachability, display emphasis, rounded, soft corners, compact, heavy, slanted.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with broad, rounded forms and softened corners that keep the color dense and even. Strokes stay largely monolinear, with gentle optical swelling at curves and terminals that read as subtly chamfered rather than sharp. Counters are relatively tight in letters like B, P, R, and e, contributing to a compact, high-impact texture, while the overall rhythm remains smooth and cohesive across caps, lowercase, and figures.
This font performs best in display settings such as headlines, branding marks, posters, packaging, and bold callouts where an energetic italicized emphasis is desired. It can also work for short subheads or labels when you want a compact, high-contrast-of-size (not stroke) punch, but its dense counters suggest avoiding long passages at small sizes.
The tone is energetic and upbeat, combining a sporty forward motion with a friendly, approachable softness. Its weight and slant give it a loud, confident voice suited to attention-grabbing messaging, while the rounded construction keeps it from feeling harsh or technical.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a smooth, modern sans voice, using a strong italic slant to communicate motion and emphasis. Rounded geometry and softened terminals suggest an aim for friendly, mass-appeal display typography rather than strict neutrality.
The alphabet shows sturdy, simplified shapes with wide shoulders and bowls, and a consistent, slightly condensed feeling created by tight apertures and compact counters. Numerals match the same bold, rounded construction and maintain strong presence at display sizes.