Sans Normal Virim 7 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'EquipCondensed' by Hoftype, '-OC Format Sans' and '-OC Pajaro' by OtherwhereCollective, 'Lyu Lin' by Stefan Stoychev, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, friendly, energetic, modern, casual, momentum, approachability, impact, clarity, rounded, oblique, geometric, soft corners, compact.
A slanted, rounded sans with sturdy strokes and soft terminal treatment. Letterforms lean consistently to the right with smooth, circular bowls and gently squared inner counters that keep shapes open at display sizes. The capitals are compact and clean, while the lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a rounded e with a fairly open aperture, and short, sturdy ascenders/descenders that support a tight, punchy rhythm. Numerals follow the same rounded construction, with simple, highly legible forms and minimal detailing.
Works well for punchy headlines, packaging callouts, and brand marks that want a modern, energetic feel. It’s particularly suited to sports, fitness, and lifestyle identities, as well as promotional graphics where a bold, friendly slant helps convey motion and momentum.
The overall tone is upbeat and contemporary, combining athletic forward motion with a friendly, approachable softness. Its rounded geometry and consistent slant give it a lively, informal voice that reads confident without becoming aggressive.
The font appears designed to deliver a forward-leaning, high-impact sans voice with rounded geometry for warmth and approachability. The goal seems to be strong visibility and clear shapes in display contexts while keeping a casual, contemporary character.
The design maintains a cohesive oblique angle across letters and figures, with smooth curves dominating and only mild angularity at joins and diagonals. Counters remain relatively open for a heavy, rounded style, and the overall texture is even and assertive in headlines and short text.