Sans Normal Oslaw 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Berthold Standard' by Berthold, 'Swiss 721' by Bitstream, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Neue Haas Grotesk Display' by Linotype, and 'Peter' by Vibrant Types (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, confident, friendly, contemporary, impactful, straightforward, visibility, clarity, modernity, approachability, brand impact, rounded, sturdy, clean, compact counters, high legibility.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad proportions and uniform stroke weight. Curves are full and smooth, terminals are cleanly cut, and joins read solid and uncluttered, giving the alphabet a consistent, blocky rhythm. Counters are relatively tight in letters like B, P, and e, while rounds such as O and 0 stay open and stable, supporting clear silhouettes at display sizes. Numerals match the letterforms in weight and footprint, with simple, geometric construction and strong baseline presence.
Best suited for headlines and short passages where a strong typographic voice is needed, such as posters, signage, and brand marks. It also works well for packaging and digital hero text, delivering high impact while maintaining straightforward readability.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, balancing a friendly roundness with a no-nonsense, attention-grabbing voice. It feels modern and utilitarian rather than decorative, suited to messages that need clarity and confidence.
The design appears intended as a robust, modern workhorse for display typography—prioritizing bold presence, clean geometry, and dependable legibility across a range of headline and branding contexts.
The sample text shows strong word shape and clear separation between characters even in dense lines, with a sturdy color on the page. The design favors simple, highly legible forms and consistent spacing behavior that keeps paragraphs visually even at large sizes.