Sans Normal Lugub 17 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Croih' by 38-lineart, 'BF Garant Pro' by BrassFonts, 'Publica Sans' and 'Publica Sans Round' by FaceType, 'Kinetika' by Monotype, and 'Axalp Grotesk' by ROHH (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sportswear, branding, packaging, sporty, energetic, confident, playful, punchy, impact, speed, modernity, approachability, attention, oblique, blocky, rounded, compact, smooth.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and compact internal counters. Strokes are uniform in weight with rounded joins and softened terminals, giving the forms a smooth, rubbery solidity rather than sharp geometry. The italic slant is consistent across capitals, lowercase, and numerals, with a steady rhythm and slightly tightened apertures that emphasize mass and impact. Numerals follow the same bold, rounded construction, staying highly legible at display sizes.
This font is best used where impact and momentum are priorities: headlines, posters, event graphics, sports and fitness branding, and bold packaging or merch. It also works well for short UI or social graphics that need a loud, compact voice, especially when set with generous tracking and line spacing.
The overall tone is assertive and high-energy, with a forward-leaning stance that reads as fast and active. Its rounded, inflated shapes add a friendly, playful edge, keeping the weight from feeling overly severe. The result feels contemporary and attention-grabbing, suited to bold, upbeat messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch in a modern, friendly sans style, combining a consistent oblique angle with rounded, sturdy forms for fast, confident display typography.
The design favors strong silhouettes and simple construction, with large, clear curves in letters like C/O/S and sturdy diagonals in V/W/X. Dense counters in letters such as a/e/s and the strong, slanted stance can reduce clarity at small sizes, but increase presence and cohesion in headlines.