Sans Normal Myriz 1 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Franklin Gothic', 'ITC Franklin', and 'ITC Franklin Gothic LT' by ITC; 'Murs Gothic' by Kobuzan; 'Latino Gothic' by Latinotype; 'Plymouth Serial' by SoftMaker; and 'TS Franklin Gothic' and 'TS Plymouth' by TypeShop Collection (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, branding, packaging, confident, friendly, retro, punchy, playful, impact, approachability, display clarity, retro nod, blocky, rounded, compact, sturdy, high-impact.
A heavy, compact sans with broad proportions and generously rounded curves. Strokes are thick and relatively even, with softened corners and smooth transitions that keep the forms approachable despite the mass. Counters are on the tight side, and several joins and terminals feel subtly sheared or angled, adding energy to otherwise straightforward geometry. The overall rhythm is dense and forceful, with simplified shapes optimized for strong silhouette clarity.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and bold branding where maximum presence is needed. It also works well for signage and packaging that benefits from a sturdy, friendly voice and clear silhouettes. For longer passages, larger sizes and generous spacing help preserve readability due to the dense stroke weight and tight counters.
The font reads bold and upbeat, with a friendly, slightly retro feel that suggests mid-century signage and poster typography. Its chunky forms project confidence and immediacy, making text feel assertive and attention-grabbing without turning sharp or aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-impact, highly legible display voice built from simple, rounded constructions. Its softened geometry and subtle angular terminals suggest a goal of balancing friendliness with assertive emphasis for contemporary and retro-leaning graphic applications.
At display sizes the heavy weight and small internal counters create a strong inked-in look, while the slight angularity in certain terminals and diagonals helps maintain snap and direction. The numerals match the letters in mass and presence, reinforcing a cohesive, impact-oriented texture in mixed alphanumeric settings.