Sans Normal Okniv 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Izmir' by Ahmet Altun and 'Marlin Sans', 'Marlin Soft', and 'Marzano' by FontMesa (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, packaging, modern, friendly, confident, clean, straightforward, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, geometric, rounded, smooth, even, solid.
A heavy, geometric sans with clean, continuous curves and largely uniform stroke thickness. Round letters lean toward near-circular bowls (C, O, Q) with tidy, smooth joins and minimal modulation. Terminals are mostly straight and blunt, counters are open and clear, and spacing feels balanced with a steady rhythm; diagonals in V/W/X and the angled leg of R are crisp and stable. Numerals follow the same sturdy, simplified construction, with broad forms and clear differentiation at display sizes.
Well-suited for headlines, brand marks, packaging, and signage where a strong, contemporary sans is needed. It also works for short blocks of copy, UI labels, and callouts when set with comfortable size and spacing to preserve clarity.
The overall tone is modern and approachable, with a confident, no-nonsense presence. Its rounded geometry softens the weight, keeping it friendly rather than aggressive, while the sturdy silhouettes project clarity and reliability.
This font appears designed to deliver a bold, contemporary voice using geometric, rounded construction and consistent stroke behavior. The emphasis is on high-impact readability and a clean, modern texture rather than decorative detail.
The design reads best when allowed room: the dense weight and compact internal counters can make long passages feel dark at smaller sizes, but the letterforms stay recognizable thanks to open apertures and simple, consistent shapes. The set shows a cohesive geometric logic across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.