Sans Normal Yoli 3 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF DIN', 'FF DIN Arabic', 'FF DIN Paneuropean', and 'FF Good' by FontFont; 'DIN Next' and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype; and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, signage, rugged, handmade, industrial, poster, add texture, maximize impact, evoke print, save space, distressed, inked, stamped, condensed, blocky.
A condensed, heavy sans with blunt terminals and visibly irregular edges that mimic rough inking or a worn stamp. Strokes are thick and mostly monolinear, with slightly softened corners and small nicks that create a textured silhouette. Counters are compact and sometimes asymmetrical, and the overall rhythm is tight and vertical, with tall capitals and sturdy lowercase forms designed to hold their shape at large sizes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, labels, and signage where bold presence and a tactile, printed texture are desired. It can work well for branding accents on packaging or merchandise, and for short bursts of copy that benefit from a rugged, stamped look.
The texture and weight give it a gritty, handmade tone—more utilitarian than refined. It evokes DIY printmaking, packaging marks, and bold signage where a little roughness adds character and immediacy.
Likely intended to provide a strong, space-efficient display voice with the character of imperfect ink transfer. The design prioritizes impact and texture over smooth neutrality, aiming for a confident, workmanlike aesthetic.
The distressed perimeter is consistent across letters and numerals, producing a cohesive “printed” feel rather than random noise. In running text the dense color can feel forceful, while the narrow proportions help fit longer words into limited horizontal space.