Sans Other Keleb 15 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, branding, retro, storybook, craft, warm, quirky, add character, evoke vintage, handcrafted feel, display emphasis, angular, flared ends, incised, calligraphic, wedge-like.
This typeface presents a narrow, upright structure with subtly tapered strokes and wedge-like terminals that suggest an incised or pen-cut construction rather than purely geometric drawing. Curves are slightly pinched and asymmetrical in places, giving letters an organic rhythm; straight stems often finish with small flares instead of crisp cuts. Uppercase forms are compact and tall, while the lowercase keeps a straightforward, single-storey feel where applicable, with small, rounded details (such as the dots) that add softness. Numerals follow the same tapered, slightly calligraphic logic, producing a cohesive texture in text.
It suits display typography where personality is desired—headlines, posters, book covers, packaging, and brand marks that benefit from a handcrafted, vintage-leaning accent. It can also work for short editorial callouts or pull quotes where its textured rhythm adds emphasis without needing ornamentation.
The overall tone feels retro and handcrafted, with a storybook or poster-like charm. Its controlled irregularities and flared endings read as friendly and expressive rather than strictly technical, lending a slightly theatrical, old-world voice.
The design appears intended to bridge a clean sans foundation with carved or calligraphic cues, creating an atypical sans with expressive terminals and a gently historic flavor. Its consistent tapering and compact proportions suggest a focus on distinctive display impact while remaining legible in brief text settings.
In running text the design creates a lively, slightly restless color due to the tapered joins and varying terminal shapes, which helps it stand out at display sizes. The narrow proportions and compact counters can make dense passages feel busy at small sizes, while headings and short phrases retain character and clarity.