Sans Normal Komug 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shelf' by 21Type and 'Deva Ideal' by DizajnDesign (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, energetic, contemporary, friendly, punchy, emphasis, motion, impact, modernity, approachability, oblique, geometric, rounded, compact, high impact.
A heavy, oblique sans with smooth, rounded curves and mostly monoline strokes that keep contrast minimal. The letterforms are compact and sturdy, with generous bowls and softened corners that maintain clarity even at dense weights. Proportions feel slightly wide in round characters while straight-sided forms stay tight, creating a lively, uneven rhythm typical of italicized display cuts. Numerals are simple and robust, matching the uppercase’s solid, geometric construction.
This font performs best in display contexts such as headlines, posters, and branding systems where a bold, slanted voice helps create motion and emphasis. It can also work well on packaging and promotional graphics that need a friendly but assertive sans presence, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is energetic and forward-leaning, with a sporty, contemporary feel. Its combination of weight and rounded geometry reads confident and approachable rather than severe, making it well-suited to upbeat messaging and attention-grabbing headlines.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact sans that feels dynamic through a consistent oblique angle while staying approachable via rounded, geometric forms. It aims for strong visibility and straightforward shapes that reproduce cleanly in graphic applications.
The slant is consistent across cases and figures, and the shapes emphasize clean joins and broad interior counters for legibility. Curved letters (like O/C/G) lean toward circular construction, while diagonals (like A/V/W/X) are bold and stable, reinforcing a strong, modern cadence.