Sans Faceted Mibi 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'News Gothic BT' by Bitstream, 'Panton' by Fontfabric, 'Anantason Reno' by Jipatype, 'Trade Gothic' by Linotype, 'News Gothic' by ParaType, and 'Hurley 1967' by Tyfomono (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports branding, packaging, industrial, athletic, techno, retro, sturdy, impact, machined feel, display utility, branding distinctiveness, angular, chamfered, faceted, geometric, blocky.
A heavy, geometric sans built from straight strokes and clipped corners, replacing curves with flat facets. Counters tend toward polygonal and octagonal shapes, with consistent chamfering on terminals and joins. Proportions are compact and sturdy, with wide, stable capitals and plain, rectangular stems; diagonals are crisp and simplified, giving the alphabet a rigid, engineered rhythm. Numerals follow the same faceted logic, with sharply cut bends and squared-off interior spaces.
Well-suited for headlines, badges, and wordmarks that need a strong, technical edge, as well as sports or team-style branding and rugged packaging. It can also work for UI labels, product naming, or signage where a crisp, machined aesthetic is desired, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone feels mechanical and assertive, with a sporty, equipment-like presence. Its angular construction suggests utility and toughness, while the consistent beveling adds a subtle sci‑fi or arcade-era flavor. The voice is confident and no-nonsense, prioritizing impact over softness.
The font appears designed to translate a block sans skeleton into a faceted, chamfered construction that feels fabricated rather than drawn. Its consistent planar cuts and polygonal counters aim to create a distinctive industrial signature while maintaining clear letterforms for impactful display use.
The design reads best where the faceted corners can be appreciated—at display sizes or in short bursts of text. The repeated chamfers create a distinctive texture across lines, and the polygonal bowls and counters give the font a recognizable, emblematic silhouette.