Sans Normal Pekin 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids media, stickers, playful, chunky, friendly, bouncy, cartoon, playful display, friendly branding, handmade feel, high impact, rounded, soft corners, irregular rhythm, bulbous, hand-cut.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact counters, softened corners, and slightly uneven contours that give the outlines a hand-cut, organic feel. Strokes stay broadly consistent in thickness, with wide bowls and generous curves contrasted by occasional flat-ish terminals and subtle wobble in verticals. Proportions lean broad and sturdy, with simple, geometric construction that’s intentionally imperfect, producing a lively texture in both uppercase and lowercase. Numerals match the same chunky, rounded language and read as bold, compact forms.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as posters, bold headlines, event flyers, and playful branding. It works well on packaging, labels, stickers, and children’s or family-oriented materials where a friendly, chunky voice is desired. For body text, it’s likely most effective in brief bursts or larger sizes where counters and spacing have room to breathe.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a kid-friendly, cartoon-like energy. Its irregular rhythm and inflated shapes feel casual and humorous, suggesting spontaneity rather than precision. The font projects warmth and fun, making text feel more conversational and lighthearted.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum personality and presence through rounded, inflated forms and intentionally irregular outlines. It prioritizes warmth and immediacy over strict geometric cleanliness, aiming for an informal display voice that feels handmade and fun.
In longer text, the strong weight and tight internal spaces create a dense color, while the intentionally uneven edges add movement and personality. The uppercase set feels especially blocky and poster-ready, and the lowercase maintains the same playful bulk with simplified details (notably small counters and stout stems).