Sans Normal Irmo 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Chella' by Melvastype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, stickers, playful, friendly, retro, chunky, soft, impact, approachability, nostalgia, display clarity, personality, rounded, bubbly, bulbous, stout, bouncy.
A heavy, rounded sans with swollen bowls, softened terminals, and compact counters that create a dense, poster-ready texture. Curves dominate, with subtly flattened spots and gentle inktrap-like notches where strokes meet, giving the forms a slightly carved, stamp-like feel. Proportions lean broad and stable, with short ascenders/descenders relative to the large lowercase bodies; punctuation and figures match the same cushioned, high-impact massing for consistent color in text.
Best suited to headlines, logos, and short promotional copy where strong visual impact and friendly personality are desired. It can work well for packaging and entertainment-oriented branding, and for large UI or signage where a soft, approachable voice is needed.
The overall tone is warm and jovial, with a slightly nostalgic, display-oriented charm. Its plump shapes and softened edges feel approachable and humorous rather than strict or technical, making it read as energetic and characterful at headline sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a gentle, rounded voice—combining bold display utility with an informal, personable character. Its consistent, bulbous construction suggests a focus on creating a distinctive silhouette that holds up in large-scale applications.
In the sample text, the weight and tight internal spaces make long passages feel bold and attention-grabbing, favoring short lines and generous tracking. Round letters (like o, e, c) show small apertures and counters, while diagonals and joins keep a hand-cut, organic rhythm that prevents the design from feeling purely geometric.