Sans Superellipse Riraf 13 is a light, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, branding, posters, packaging, editorial, fashion, refined, dramatic, modernist, luxury display, editorial impact, modern elegance, vertical emphasis, hairline, elegant, crisp, minimal, tall.
A tall, condensed display face with extreme stroke modulation: razor-thin hairlines contrast against bold vertical stems, producing a distinctly vertical rhythm. Curves are clean and controlled, with rounded bowls and smooth joins that feel engineered rather than calligraphic. Terminals tend to be sharp and abrupt, and the overall construction stays geometric and tidy, keeping counters open despite the narrow proportions. Lowercase forms are compact and disciplined, with straight-sided stems and simplified shapes that maintain clarity at larger sizes.
Best suited to large-scale use where the contrast can shine: magazine headlines, fashion and beauty branding, luxury packaging, and poster typography. It can also work for short subheads or pull quotes when given enough size and spacing to preserve the fine hairlines.
The overall tone is poised and high-end, with a runway/editorial drama created by the stark thick–thin contrast. It reads cool and contemporary, projecting precision, luxury, and a slightly theatrical sophistication rather than warmth or friendliness.
The design appears aimed at delivering a sleek, contemporary display voice that combines geometric cleanliness with high-fashion contrast. Its narrow build and strict vertical emphasis suggest an intention to create strong impact in editorial layouts while maintaining a refined, minimal aesthetic.
In text settings the thin horizontals and hairline diagonals become a defining feature, giving punctuation and numerals a delicate, jewelry-like presence. The condensed width creates strong word-shape silhouettes and tight color, making the type feel intentional and curated when set with generous leading.