Sans Normal Afluj 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acumin' by Adobe; 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types; 'Helen Bg' by HS Fonts; 'Applied Sans', 'Arial', and 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype; and 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, dynamic, sporty, modern, confident, clean, energy, impact, clarity, motion, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, crisp.
A slanted sans with sturdy, even stroke weight and rounded, geometric curves. The italic angle is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and figures, giving the design a forward-leaning rhythm. Shapes are clean and largely monolinear, with smooth bowls (C, O, e) and firm, straight terminals on many strokes; joins stay tight and controlled. The lowercase shows compact, utilitarian construction with a two-storey “a,” a single-storey “g,” and a clear, looped descender on “q,” while numerals are open and well balanced for emphasis in display settings.
This face suits attention-forward applications such as headlines, posters, branding systems, and packaging where a strong, energetic italic presence is desired. It can also work for sports or automotive-style graphics, callouts, and short UI labels when used at sufficiently large sizes.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a contemporary, performance-minded feel. Its steady slant and solid color create a sense of motion and urgency, while the rounded geometry keeps it approachable and clean rather than aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, forward-moving sans italic that stays simple and highly legible, combining geometric roundness with sturdy, no-nonsense construction for contemporary display use.
Counters are moderately open for the weight, helping maintain clarity in the sample text. The mix of rounded bowls and straight cut terminals produces a pragmatic, engineered look that reads well in short lines and punchy statements.