Sans Normal Mydis 14 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Galvani' by Hoftype, 'Fieldwork' by TipoType, and 'Leksikal Sans' by Tokotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, kids media, playful, chunky, retro, friendly, comic, attention grabbing, playfulness, retro charm, display readability, friendly tone, soft corners, bulbous, bouncy, quirky, impactful.
This is a heavy, rounded sans with compact counters, soft outer corners, and a slightly irregular, hand-cut feel. Curves are bulbous and generous, while terminals often end in subtle angled or wedge-like cuts that add a lightly carved texture to the silhouette. The uppercase shows broad, stable shapes with simplified geometry; the lowercase is similarly weighty with single-storey forms and tight apertures, producing a dense, poster-ready color. Numerals are robust and rounded, matching the letterforms with consistent thickness and a sturdy, blocky rhythm.
Best suited to short, prominent text such as headlines, posters, stickers, packaging fronts, and logo wordmarks where the heavy rounded shapes can carry personality. It also fits playful editorial callouts, event titles, and children’s or entertainment-oriented branding that benefits from a friendly, chunky voice.
The tone is energetic and approachable, combining a retro sign-painting charm with a comic, bouncy swagger. Its chunky forms and slightly offbeat details read as fun and informal rather than technical or corporate, making it feel expressive and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a warm, humorous personality, using rounded construction and slightly chiseled terminals to keep the weight from feeling purely geometric. It prioritizes bold readability and character over neutrality, aiming for display use where a lively, retro-leaning impression is desired.
The strong massing and small internal spaces favor larger sizes, where the subtle terminal angles and playful irregularity are most visible. In longer settings it creates a bold, rhythmic texture with a distinctly handcrafted character.