Sans Normal Oskow 14 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Northpole' by 38-lineart, 'ATF Franklin Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Fusion Collection' by Blaze Type, 'MVB Embarcadero' by MVB, 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype, 'PF Encore Sans Pro' by Parachute, and 'Rationell' by PeGGO Fonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, modern, direct, punchy, impact, clarity, approachability, modernity, rounded, geometric, sturdy, clean, high-impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and smooth, geometric curves. Strokes are consistently thick with restrained contrast, and terminals are mostly clean and blunt, giving letters a solid, carved-in feel. Counters are open and generously sized for the weight, helping maintain clarity in forms like B, P, R, and 8. The lowercase shows simple, compact construction with single-storey a and g, a round i/j dot, and a short, sturdy t; overall spacing feels even and stable in lines of text.
Best suited to headlines and display settings where strong presence and quick legibility are needed, such as posters, brand wordmarks, packaging, and retail signage. It can also work for short UI labels and callouts where a sturdy, friendly emphasis is desired, though its heavy color may be overpowering in long text.
The font reads as confident and approachable, combining a contemporary, no-nonsense structure with soft, rounded geometry. Its weight and breadth create a bold, friendly voice that feels energetic without becoming quirky. The overall tone is practical and upbeat, aimed at being noticed quickly and read easily.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact sans with softened geometry—balancing assertive weight and width with rounded, open forms for clear reading at large sizes. It prioritizes bold simplicity and consistent rhythm to keep letterforms recognizable and cohesive across mixed-case and numerals.
Round letters (C, O, Q, e, o) emphasize near-circular geometry, while diagonals in A, V, W, X, and Y are wide and strongly braced. Numerals are similarly robust and straightforward, with a simple, readable 1 and a compact, heavy 4; the 0 is oval and closely matches the uppercase O in color and width.