Sans Normal Vigil 3 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, 'Belle Sans' by Park Street Studio, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Neue Reman Sans' by Propertype, 'Ordina' by Schriftlabor, and 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, sporty, dynamic, modern, friendly, confident, energy, impact, clarity, modernity, approachability, oblique, rounded, soft corners, geometric, open counters.
A slanted sans with sturdy, even strokes and broad proportions. Letterforms are built from rounded, geometric curves with softened joins and subtly squared terminals, creating a clean but not clinical texture. Counters stay open and generous, and round characters (O, Q, 0) read as wide ovals rather than perfect circles. The lowercase is simple and legible with a single-story “a” and “g,” a compact shoulder on “r,” and a short, functional crossbar on “t,” producing a steady, contemporary rhythm in text.
This font is well suited to attention-driven applications such as headlines, posters, and bold brand statements where its slanted stance and wide forms can project speed and confidence. It also works effectively for signage and packaging that benefits from high readability and friendly, rounded geometry.
The overall tone feels energetic and forward-leaning, with a sporty, modern presence. Rounded shaping keeps it approachable and friendly, while the heavy, decisive forms add confidence and impact. It suggests motion and immediacy without becoming aggressive or overly technical.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, motion-oriented voice in a clean sans framework. By combining broad, rounded construction with a consistent slant and sturdy strokes, it aims to stay highly legible while adding a distinctive, energetic character for display-forward typography.
Capitals maintain a uniform, engineered feel with smooth curves on C/G/S and a clear, open aperture. Numerals are similarly robust and readable, with simple, high-contrast silhouettes that hold up well at larger sizes. The italic angle is consistent across letters and figures, supporting continuous, flowing word shapes in setting.