Sans Normal Lydey 4 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Ciutadella Display' by Emtype Foundry; 'DIN Next', 'DIN Next Cyrillic', and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype; 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block; and 'Samplex' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, sportswear, packaging, sporty, confident, energetic, modern, punchy, impact, momentum, modern branding, display emphasis, oblique, rounded, geometric, compact, soft corners.
A heavy, oblique sans with rounded, geometric construction and compact internal spaces. Curves are smooth and circular, while terminals are clean and slightly softened, giving the forms a sturdy, contemporary feel. The slant is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, creating forward motion without disrupting overall stability. Counters are relatively small and apertures are moderately open, producing a dense, high-impact texture in text.
Best suited for short to medium-length display settings where impact and momentum are desired, such as headlines, posters, brand marks, promotional graphics, and sports or lifestyle communication. The dense weight and slanted stance help it hold attention in large sizes and high-contrast layouts.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a sporty, action-oriented rhythm. Its bold, forward-leaning stance reads as modern and confident, suited to messaging that needs to feel fast, strong, and direct.
Designed to deliver maximum visual punch with a unified oblique rhythm, pairing geometric roundness with sturdy, compact proportions for bold, contemporary display typography.
Uppercase forms feel broad and simplified, while the lowercase shows single-storey shapes (notably the “a”) and a robust, compact “e,” reinforcing a streamlined, contemporary voice. Numerals are similarly chunky and rounded, matching the letterforms for consistent color in mixed alphanumeric settings.