Sans Normal Kabiv 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Corsica' by AVP, 'Noah' by Fontfabric, 'CF Panoptik' by Fonts.GR, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, sporty, dynamic, contemporary, confident, friendly, impact, motion, modernity, approachability, slanted, rounded, geometric, compact, sturdy.
A heavy, slanted sans with rounded, geometric construction and smooth, continuous curves. Strokes are broadly uniform with minimal modulation, giving the letters a dense, solid color on the page. Counters are mostly compact and circular-to-oval, and terminals tend to be cleanly cut, contributing to a crisp, engineered feel despite the softened shapes. The overall rhythm is lively and forward-leaning, with robust capitals and sturdy, compact lowercase forms.
Best suited for display settings where impact and momentum are desirable—headlines, hero copy, posters, and bold brand statements. It can work well for sports, automotive, tech, or lifestyle identities, as well as packaging and promotional graphics that benefit from a compact, high-contrast silhouette against the background.
The tone reads energetic and assertive, with a sporty momentum from the consistent slant and thick strokes. Rounded forms keep it approachable, balancing impact with friendliness. It feels modern and action-oriented, suited to messaging that wants to appear fast, bold, and confident.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, modern sans voice with built-in motion through its slant, while keeping forms rounded and legible. It prioritizes punchy presence and a cohesive geometric rhythm for contemporary advertising and branding contexts.
At text sizes the weight and tight interior spaces create strong emphasis and clear word shapes, while the italic angle adds motion. Numerals match the same rounded, substantial styling, maintaining a cohesive voice across letters and figures.