Sans Normal Lanoh 18 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, signage, friendly, energetic, modern, playful, confident, impact, approachability, modernity, motion, rounded, soft terminals, geometric, compact counters, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with a forward slant and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes are consistently thick and even, with softened joins and gently rounded terminals that keep forms friendly despite the strong weight. Uppercase shapes are broad and stable, while lowercase is compact and highly legible, featuring a single-storey “a” and “g” and large, open bowls. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, giving the design a dense, punchy color; numerals follow the same rounded, sturdy construction.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium display copy where a bold, friendly presence is needed. It works well for branding and packaging that want a modern, energetic voice, and it can hold up in signage thanks to its sturdy shapes and clear silhouettes.
The overall tone is upbeat and contemporary, combining a sporty sense of motion from the slant with approachable, rounded geometry. It reads as confident and attention-grabbing without feeling harsh, making it feel welcoming and slightly playful.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact, modern communication with a warm, rounded finish. Its consistent slant and simplified, geometric letterforms suggest a focus on confident display typography that stays approachable in tone.
The italic angle is steady across the set, and the rounded construction keeps diagonals (like V/W/X/Y) crisp while avoiding sharpness. Spacing appears generous enough for display use, with a strong, even texture in lines of text.