Sans Normal Melas 10 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Grandi' by Mans Greback (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, sports branding, packaging, playful, punchy, sporty, retro, loud, impact, motion, friendly branding, retro display, attention, rounded, bulky, slanted, bouncy, soft corners.
A heavy, slanted sans with broad, rounded forms and chunky counters. Curves are built from smooth, elliptical geometry, while terminals and corners are softened rather than sharp, giving the letterforms a molded, rubbery feel. The rhythm is energetic: many glyphs lean forward and appear slightly “pushed,” with angled joins and subtly irregular internal shapes that add motion without looking distressed. Numerals and capitals share the same massy silhouette, prioritizing impact and simple, high-contrast silhouettes over fine detail.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, and campaign graphics where bold shapes and forward slant can carry the message. It can also work well for punchy logos, sports or entertainment branding, and packaging that needs a friendly, high-impact presence.
The overall tone is exuberant and attention-grabbing, with a bouncy forward momentum that reads as fun and assertive. It suggests retro display typography—confident, friendly, and a bit cheeky—suited to messaging that wants to feel energetic rather than formal.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum visual punch with a playful, forward-driving slant and rounded, compact construction. Its emphasis on smooth curves and oversized weight suggests an intention to be read quickly from a distance and to inject motion and personality into short text.
The design relies on strong silhouettes and generous curves, which helps it hold up at larger sizes where the sculpted shapes and slant become part of the voice. Tight spaces and small apertures in some letters imply it will feel denser and more graphic as sizes get smaller.