Sans Normal Karey 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Salma Alfasans' by Alifinart Studio; 'Helvetica Now' by Monotype; 'Manifestor' by Stawix; 'Lens Grotesk' by Typedepot; and 'Bornia', 'Buvera', and 'Conigen' by Yukita Creative (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sportswear, packaging, sporty, energetic, modern, confident, dynamic, impact, momentum, clarity, modern branding, friendly strength, rounded, slanted, geometric, clean, sturdy.
A heavy, right-slanted sans with rounded geometry and smooth, low-contrast strokes. Counters are open and largely circular/oval, with broad proportions and generous horizontal spacing that keep shapes from feeling cramped at display sizes. Terminals are clean and mostly blunt, and the overall rhythm is consistent and even, with minimal modulation and a solid, uniform texture across lines. Numerals are similarly weighty and rounded, matching the letterforms for a cohesive set.
Best suited to headlines, brand marks, posters, and packaging where a bold, kinetic voice is needed. It also works well for sports and lifestyle applications, callouts, and short UI/marketing phrases where strong emphasis and quick recognition matter.
The pronounced slant and strong weight give the font a fast, assertive tone that reads as sporty and contemporary. Its rounded construction keeps it friendly rather than aggressive, balancing impact with approachability.
Designed to deliver high-impact communication with a sense of speed and modernity, while staying legible through open counters and uncomplicated shapes. The rounded, geometric build suggests an intention toward versatile display use across contemporary branding contexts.
Uppercase forms feel stable and expansive, while the lowercase maintains a straightforward, single-storey, simplified look that emphasizes clarity over detail. The italic construction is integral to the design rather than an afterthought, reinforcing motion and direction in headings and short bursts of text.