Sans Normal Okdeh 15 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Apercu', 'Apercu Arabic', and 'Apercu Thai' by Colophon Foundry; 'Core Sans C' and 'Core Sans CR' by S-Core; 'Pulp Display' by Spilled Ink; and 'Caros' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, ui labels, modern, friendly, confident, clean, neutral, clarity, impact, versatility, modernity, approachability, geometric, rounded, sturdy, crisp, compact.
This sans serif is built on simple, geometric construction with round bowls and smoothly curved shoulders, paired with straight, even stems. Corners are largely squared-off where strokes terminate, giving the letters a crisp, decisive edge despite the overall rounded skeleton. Counters are relatively open and circular, while proportions feel slightly compact, with short-ish ascenders/descenders and sturdy joins that keep shapes stable at larger sizes. The numerals follow the same geometric logic, with broad curves and consistent stroke weight for a uniform, solid texture in lines of text.
It works best for headlines, short paragraphs, and display settings where a strong, even rhythm is desired. The compact, geometric forms also suit branding and packaging, and can perform well for UI labels or navigation text when clear, sturdy letterforms are needed.
The overall tone is modern and straightforward, with a friendly softness coming from its circular forms and generous curves. At the same time, the heavy, steady presence reads confident and practical, leaning more toward clarity and impact than delicacy or nuance.
The design appears intended as a versatile, geometric sans for modern communication, prioritizing a clean silhouette, consistent rhythm, and an approachable feel. Its construction emphasizes simplicity and readability while delivering a firm, impactful presence.
In the sample text, the type forms create a dense, even typographic color with clear word shapes and minimal stylistic distraction. The lowercase shows single-storey forms (notably the "a" and "g"), reinforcing a contemporary, approachable character.