Sans Normal Wimay 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ITC Avant Garde Gothic' and 'ITC Avant Garde Gothic Paneuropean' by ITC, 'Almarose' by S&C Type, 'Infoma' by Stawix, 'URW Geometric' by URW Type Foundry, and 'Oslo' by Wilton Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, retro, friendly, quirky, handmade, approachability, display impact, print texture, retro flavor, rounded, soft, chunky, informal, textured.
A heavy, rounded sans with broad, softly squared curves and largely monolinear strokes. Terminals are blunt and slightly irregular, with a subtly distressed edge that gives counters and outer contours a lightly worn, stamped look. The shapes favor generous bowls and open apertures, while curves are built from smooth arcs rather than sharp geometry. Spacing reads even in text, and the overall rhythm feels bouncy due to the mix of round forms and occasional angled joins in letters like K, V, W, and Y.
It works best for display settings such as headlines, posters, branding marks, packaging, and signage where the friendly rounded shapes and subtle distressed finish can be appreciated. It can also serve for short subheads or pull quotes, especially when a playful, retro-leaning tone is desired.
The font conveys an approachable, upbeat tone with a hint of vintage signage and analog printing. Its slight roughness adds warmth and personality, making the voice feel casual and human rather than technical or corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver a sturdy, highly legible rounded sans with a touch of imperfect, print-like texture. The goal seems to be combining bold clarity with an informal, characterful presence suited to expressive display typography.
In the sample text, the texture becomes more apparent at larger sizes, where the roughened contour adds character without breaking the overall silhouette. Numerals follow the same chunky, rounded construction, helping headings and short callouts feel cohesive.