Sans Normal Orlow 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Averta PE' and 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design, 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, bold, friendly, confident, playful, approachable, impact, approachability, modernity, clarity, chunky, rounded, soft-cornered, compact, heavy.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact proportions and broad, even strokes. Curves are generously circular with softened joins, while straight terminals read clean and blunt rather than tapered. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, creating a dense color and strong silhouette; round letters like O/C/G stay smooth and consistent, and diagonals (V/W/Y) keep a sturdy, blocky presence. Figures are similarly robust, with simple, geometric construction and clear, high-impact shapes.
Best suited to headlines and short-to-medium display text where maximum impact is needed, such as posters, branding lockups, packaging, and large-format signage. It can also work for punchy UI labels or callouts when set with sufficient size and breathing room.
The overall tone is confident and upbeat, with a friendly, slightly playful warmth that comes from the rounded geometry and thick strokes. It feels modern and approachable rather than formal, prioritizing bold clarity and visual punch.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, modern sans voice that remains friendly through rounded construction. Its compact counters and strong letterforms emphasize immediacy and visibility, aiming for high recognition in display contexts.
In text, the weight produces a strong, poster-like rhythm with limited interior whitespace, so spacing and counters read as deliberately compact. The design’s rounded forms and blunt terminals create consistent texture across mixed-case settings, keeping the voice steady and emphatic.