Sans Normal Malaz 7 is a very bold, very wide, medium contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Helonik Extended' by Ckhans Fonts, 'Molde' by Letritas, 'Favela' and 'Sztos' by Machalski, and 'Nordt' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, assertive, playful, punchy, retro, impact, energy, display, bold branding, sport accent, oblique, rounded, blunt, compact counters, soft corners.
A heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and rounded, slightly squarish curves. Strokes are thick and confident with smooth joins and blunt terminals, and the slant is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures. Counters tend to be compact and the apertures are fairly tight, creating a dense, poster-like color on the page. The lowercase is large relative to the capitals, with simple, sturdy shapes and minimal modulation that keeps the texture even in longer lines.
This style is best suited to short to medium-length display settings where impact is the priority: headlines, posters, signage, and bold brand lockups. It also fits energetic categories like sports, streetwear, and product packaging where a strong, forward-leaning voice helps carry attention.
The overall tone feels energetic and muscular, with a friendly softness from the rounded construction. Its forward lean and massed black shapes give it a sporty, attention-grabbing voice, while the simplified forms keep it approachable rather than aggressive. The result reads as bold and upbeat, with a subtle retro advertising flavor.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual impact with a wide, italicized stance and simplified, rounded geometry. It prioritizes bold presence and a cohesive, high-contrast silhouette at large sizes, aiming for energetic display typography that stays friendly and legible despite its density.
In the sample text, spacing appears designed to maintain a continuous, dark rhythm; the slant and width can make word shapes prominent and highly graphic. The numerals match the letterforms in weight and curvature, supporting a unified, headline-oriented look.