Sans Normal Lidal 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Siro' by Dharma Type, 'Famiar' by Mans Greback, 'Interval Next' by Mostardesign, and 'Ebony' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, assertive, contemporary, friendly, emphasis, momentum, display impact, brand voice, rounded, oblique, compact, punchy, soft corners.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded, monoline construction and compact internal counters. Curves are broad and smooth, while terminals are clean and slightly softened, giving the forms a sturdy, streamlined feel. The italics slant is consistent and fairly strong, creating forward motion without becoming calligraphic. Letterforms lean on simple geometric shapes, with generous curves in C/G/O/Q and blocky, reinforced joins in M/N/W, producing an even, high-impact texture across words and lines.
Best suited to headlines, short statements, and bold UI or marketing moments where strong emphasis is needed. It works well for contemporary branding, sports and fitness graphics, packaging callouts, and promotional posters. In longer passages, its heavy weight and compact counters suggest using larger sizes and ample spacing for comfort.
The overall tone is energetic and confident, with a modern, sporty edge. Its rounded geometry keeps it approachable, while the strong weight and slant add urgency and emphasis. The result feels built for attention-grabbing messaging rather than quiet, editorial subtlety.
This design appears intended as a high-impact italic sans for display typography, combining geometric roundness with a strong forward slant to signal motion and confidence. The consistent, simplified shapes aim for dependable legibility in large sizes while delivering a modern, emphatic voice.
The numerals share the same robust, rounded logic as the letters, reading clearly at display sizes. Round letters keep their presence through relatively tight apertures, which strengthens the silhouette in bold settings and helps headings feel cohesive and solid.