Sans Normal Lykev 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Matt' by Fontfabric, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, and 'Merlo Neue' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, punchy, retro, energetic, playful, impact, motion, display, attention, slanted, compact, rounded, bulky, soft-cornered.
A heavy, slanted sans with compact proportions and strongly rounded curves. Strokes are thick and uniform, with smooth, softened joins and terminals that keep the silhouette blunt rather than sharp. Counters are relatively tight in letters like O, P, R, and e, giving a dense, impactful texture. The rhythm is forward-leaning and lively, with wide circular forms (O, Q, 0) contrasted by compressed diagonals (K, V, W, X) and sturdy, simplified numerals.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short phrases where weight and slant can deliver impact. It also fits sporty branding, apparel graphics, packaging callouts, and event promotions that benefit from a dense, high-energy typographic voice.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a friendly, rounded heft that reads as sporty and slightly retro. Its strong slant adds motion and urgency, making it feel designed for attention-grabbing statements rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended to provide a bold, forward-moving display voice with rounded geometry and minimal stroke modulation, prioritizing impact and a cohesive, energetic rhythm in large sizes.
The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably a and g) and a compact, chunky structure that stays readable at display sizes. The uppercase maintains broad, rounded bowls and minimal detailing, while numerals lean toward bold, poster-like shapes.