Sans Normal Omley 17 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Noah' by Fontfabric, 'Neptune' by Indian Type Foundry, 'Modet' by Plau, 'Axios Pro' by TipoType, and 'Entendre' by Wordshape (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, ui labels, modern, confident, clean, neutral, friendly, clarity, impact, contemporary branding, everyday utility, geometric, rounded, sturdy, compact, high-impact.
A heavy, geometric sans with broad proportions and a consistent, low-contrast stroke. Curves are drawn with near-circular geometry (notably in O/Q/0 and C/G), while straight-sided letters like E/F/H/N keep crisp terminals and squared corners. Counters are open and relatively generous for the weight, and the lowercase shows simple, constructed forms (single-storey a and g) with short, sturdy extenders and a round i/j dot. Overall spacing feels even and the rhythm is steady, producing a solid, blocky texture in text.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a bold, contemporary sans is needed with strong readability. It also fits signage and interface labels at larger sizes, where the clear shapes and open counters hold up well against dense backgrounds or high-contrast layouts.
The tone is modern and straightforward, projecting clarity and confidence rather than delicacy. Its rounded geometry adds a mild friendliness, while the dense weight gives it a strong, assertive presence suited to attention-getting settings.
The design appears intended as a dependable, geometric workhorse for display and title typography—prioritizing simple construction, consistent weight, and clear silhouettes that reproduce reliably across modern graphic applications.
The capital set reads particularly stable due to uniform stroke behavior and broad letterforms, while the lowercase maintains a utilitarian, highly legible construction. Numerals are similarly sturdy and geometric, matching the letterforms’ round/straight balance for cohesive headings and UI labels.