Sans Superellipse Olded 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A compact, heavy sans with softly squared, superellipse-like curves and rounded terminals throughout. Strokes stay largely even, with subtle organic irregularities that make edges feel slightly hand-cut rather than mechanically perfect. Counters are tight but open enough to remain readable, and curves (C, O, S) keep a squarish roundness that gives the design a distinctive, blocky rhythm. The lowercase shows simple, sturdy constructions with a single-storey a and g, short extenders, and a generally upright, compact texture.
Best suited to display sizes where its chunky shapes and quirky rhythm can carry personality—posters, headlines, logos, packaging, and short promotional copy. It also works well for playful editorial accents, labels, and children-focused or craft-oriented design where a friendly, handmade voice is desirable.
The overall tone is warm and informal, with a lively, slightly offbeat character that feels approachable rather than corporate. Its soft corners and chunky forms suggest a casual, handmade sensibility, while the compact proportions keep it energetic and punchy.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, approachable display voice by combining compact proportions with rounded-rectangle curves and lightly irregular detailing. The goal seems to be strong impact without sharpness, balancing graphic solidity with an informal, human feel.
Round letters retain a noticeably squarish silhouette, and many joins and terminals have a gently flattened, brush-cut feel. Numerals are sturdy and graphic, matching the letterforms’ compact weight and rounded-rectangle geometry.