Sans Normal Samiv 14 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, social graphics, headlines, playful, hand-drawn, casual, quirky, friendly, humanized sans, casual display, friendly branding, playful clarity, monoline, rounded, bouncy, informal, airy.
A monoline sans with gently rounded joins and softly irregular stroke behavior that reads as hand-drawn rather than geometric-perfect. Proportions are tall and compact with tight counters, while bowls and terminals lean toward circular/elliptical construction. Curves are smooth but not rigidly symmetrical, and many strokes taper subtly through curvature, creating a lively rhythm. The overall texture is airy and open, with consistent line weight and simple, unembellished letterforms.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where a friendly, handmade voice is desired: children’s and educational materials, playful packaging, event posters, and casual branding or social media graphics. It can also work for UI labels or captions when a warm, informal tone is more important than strict neutrality.
The font conveys an approachable, whimsical tone—like neat marker lettering with a light, conversational energy. Its slightly wobbly, humanized shapes feel friendly and modern-casual rather than corporate or formal.
The design appears intended to provide a clean, readable sans foundation while adding hand-drawn charm through subtle irregularity and rounded, simplified construction. It aims for an easygoing, personable presence that stays legible in display settings without relying on decorative flourishes.
Uppercase forms stay clean and legible with straightforward construction, while lowercase introduces more personality through varied shapes and playful proportions. Numerals are simple and rounded, matching the same informal, hand-rendered voice and maintaining a cohesive set.