Sans Normal Lyrel 6 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Leksa Sans' by Alexandra Korolkova, 'Arzachel' by CAST, 'Telder HT Pro' by Huerta Tipográfica, 'Multi' by Type-Ø-Tones, and 'Petala Pro' by Typefolio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sports, packaging, playful, energetic, friendly, retro, sporty, impact, approachability, motion, display, headline, slanted, rounded, soft corners, bouncy, chunky.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with compact counters and rounded joins that keep the dense weight from feeling harsh. Curves are full and slightly squashed, while terminals are clean and blunt, creating a strong, poster-like silhouette. The rhythm is lively: widths vary by character and the italic angle adds forward motion, with a tall lowercase presence and sturdy numerals.
This font excels in short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, apparel graphics, packaging callouts, and brand marks that benefit from a confident, dynamic slant. It’s especially effective where a friendly, energetic tone is desired and where ample size and spacing can preserve clarity.
The overall tone is upbeat and informal, with a punchy, attention-grabbing voice. Its rounded construction and energetic slant suggest a sporty, optimistic feel that reads as approachable rather than strict or corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with an approachable, contemporary-leaning sans structure. Its combination of bold mass, rounded forms, and italic motion suggests a focus on expressive display typography for attention-led communication.
At larger sizes the chunky shapes and tight counters create bold texture and strong word images, while smaller settings may need generous tracking to avoid dark spots in dense passages. The numeral set matches the same robust, forward-leaning character, supporting headline-centric use.