Sans Normal Lakan 15 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Syabil' by Eko Bimantara; 'Malva' by Harbor Type; 'Croma Sans', 'Epoca Pro', 'Equip', and 'Qubo' by Hoftype; 'Fact' by ParaType; 'Core Sans N SC' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core; and 'Gogh' by Type Forward (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, display ui, sporty, punchy, confident, energetic, contemporary, impact, emphasis, modernity, approachability, momentum, rounded, oblique, heavy, soft corners, compact counters.
This typeface is a heavy, oblique sans with broad proportions and smooth, rounded construction. Strokes maintain an even thickness with clean terminals, and the italic slant is consistent across letters and figures. Counters are relatively tight for the weight, giving the forms a dense, high-impact color, while curves (notably in O/C/S and the bowls of B/P/R) stay open enough to remain readable. Overall spacing feels sturdy and deliberate, supporting short bursts of text and large-scale setting.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, and short display copy where a strong, forward-leaning emphasis is desired. It can work well for sports and lifestyle branding, packaging, promotional graphics, and bold UI moments such as hero banners or callouts, especially at larger sizes where the dense weight and tight counters read clearly.
The tone is bold and energetic, with a forward-leaning, action-oriented feel. Its rounded geometry keeps it friendly rather than aggressive, making it well suited to modern branding that wants impact without sharpness.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, high-impact italic voice with smooth, rounded letterforms and a consistent, sturdy rhythm. It prioritizes immediacy and emphasis, offering a confident display presence that stays approachable through softened geometry.
Capitals present as clean and straightforward with minimal modulation, while lowercase forms emphasize solidity through compact apertures and sturdy joins. Numerals match the same oblique stance and weight, creating a cohesive, poster-ready texture when set in sequences.