Sans Normal Lygov 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Futura BT' by Bitstream, 'Graphicus DT' by DTP Types, 'Centra No. 2' by Monotype, 'Futura SB' and 'Futura SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Santral' by Taner Ardali, and 'Klein' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports graphics, playful, punchy, retro, friendly, sporty, impact, approachability, motion, display, rounded, soft corners, chunky, bouncy, compact counters.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with broad proportions and smooth, rounded construction. Strokes are uniform and dense, with softly blunted terminals and generously curved joins that keep the texture cohesive at large sizes. Counters tend to be compact—especially in letters like a, e, and s—creating a strong, poster-like color while maintaining clear silhouettes. The overall rhythm is lively, helped by the consistent slant and slightly bouncy curves across both uppercase and lowercase.
Best suited for short, high-impact setting such as headlines, posters, logos, product packaging, and energetic promotional graphics. The dense color and tight counters favor larger sizes and concise messaging, where the italic slant can add speed and emphasis.
The font conveys a bold, upbeat tone with a friendly, informal energy. Its rounded massing and forward lean suggest motion and confidence, giving it a sporty, retro-leaning character that feels attention-grabbing without becoming sharp or aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, rounded voice: a robust display sans that uses a consistent italic slant and compact counters to create motion, warmth, and strong shelf or on-screen presence.
Uppercase forms read as sturdy and simplified, while the lowercase adds extra softness and bounce, creating a personable voice in text lines. Numerals follow the same compact, rounded logic, with especially weighty shapes that emphasize impact and legibility in display settings.