Sans Normal Opkat 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'City Boys Soft' by Dharma Type, 'Express 18' by Kosinsky, 'Dialog' by Linotype, 'Ocean Sans' by Monotype, 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign, 'Levnam' by ParaType, and 'Arlonne Sans Pro' by Sacha Rein (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, playful, retro, chunky, cheerful, display impact, approachability, retro flavor, brand presence, headline punch, soft corners, low aperture, large counters, rounded joins, stubby terminals.
A heavy, soft-edged sans with broad proportions and slightly irregular, hand-cut geometry. Strokes are thick with gently rounded corners and subtly tapered terminals that create a carved, poster-like feel rather than a mechanically even texture. Round letters are built from wide ovals with generous counters, while horizontals and diagonals keep a sturdy, compact rhythm. The overall spacing reads open for the weight, supporting clear silhouettes at display sizes.
Best suited to large-scale typography such as posters, bold headlines, brand marks, packaging callouts, and storefront or event signage. It also works well for short, high-impact statements on the web or in social graphics where a friendly, attention-grabbing tone is needed.
The font conveys a warm, approachable confidence with a retro, headline-forward personality. Its chunky forms and softened details feel informal and friendly, leaning toward playful branding rather than strict corporate neutrality.
The design appears intended for strong display impact with an inviting, humanized voice—combining wide, bold shapes with softened corners and slight irregularity to avoid a sterile look. It prioritizes distinctive word shapes and brand presence over dense, small-size text settings.
Distinctive blunt shaping in diagonals and terminals gives many letters a slightly chiseled, cut-paper character, which adds energy in short lines. The numerals match the same wide, rounded construction, maintaining a consistent, bold texture in mixed alphanumeric settings.