Sans Superellipse Bylon 17 is a very light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, editorial, minimal, modern, airy, elegant, technical, space saving, modernism, geometric clarity, refined display, monoline, condensed, geometric, rounded, superelliptic.
A monoline sans with an extremely slim, condensed build and generous vertical proportions. Curves resolve into rounded-rectangle (superelliptic) forms, giving bowls and counters a softly squared feel rather than purely circular geometry. Stroke endings are clean and unbracketed, with consistent line weight and a calm, even rhythm. The lowercase keeps simple, open constructions with single‑storey forms where expected (notably the “a”), while numerals and capitals maintain the same tall, linear stance and tight horizontal footprint.
Best suited to headlines, short subheads, and editorial pull quotes where a sleek, space-saving voice is useful. It can work well for branding systems, packaging, and signage that benefit from a modern, minimalist look, especially when set with ample tracking and generous line spacing.
The overall tone is refined and restrained—more architectural than expressive—conveying cleanliness, precision, and a subtle futurist flavor. Its light presence and narrow silhouette feel airy and sophisticated, with a quiet boutique or gallery sensibility rather than a loud display personality.
The likely intention is a contemporary condensed sans that prioritizes vertical elegance and a clean geometric system, using superelliptic rounding to create a recognizable, softened-tech identity while keeping the texture quiet and controlled.
The design relies on vertical emphasis: long stems, tight widths, and rounded corners that prevent the geometry from feeling sharp. Wide internal whitespace in letters like O, D, and P keeps the texture from getting cramped despite the condensed set, while the superelliptic rounding provides a distinctive, consistent signature across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.