Sans Superellipse Esmet 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, sportswear, packaging, sporty, retro, energetic, confident, playful, dynamic display, friendly impact, modern retro, rounded, oblique, soft corners, compact, heavy terminals.
A rounded, oblique sans with sturdy strokes and softened corners that keep the forms friendly while remaining emphatic. Curves tend toward squarish, superellipse-like bowls (notably in O/C/G/0), paired with firm, straight-sided stems and slightly tapered joins. The overall rhythm is compact and forward-leaning, with tight interior counters and a slightly condensed feel in several letters, giving lines a quick, slanted momentum. Numerals match the letters in weight and round-rect geometry, staying clear and uniform in texture.
Best suited for headlines, logos, and short-to-medium display text where its oblique stance and rounded strength can read as dynamic and modern. It also fits branding systems that need a friendly but forceful voice—such as sports, lifestyle, or product packaging—where strong shapes and consistent texture help maintain legibility at larger sizes.
The slant and chunky, rounded construction create an energetic, sporty tone with a hint of retro display flavor. It feels assertive and upbeat rather than formal, projecting motion and confidence while staying approachable due to its softened geometry.
The design appears intended to merge the immediacy of an oblique display sans with a softened, superellipse-driven geometry, producing a bold, motion-oriented look that stays approachable. It emphasizes visual impact and consistent texture across letters and numerals, aiming for clear, energetic communication in prominent settings.
Distinctive shapes include a rounded, almost rectangular 0, a single-storey lowercase a, and simplified, sturdy lowercase forms that prioritize impact over delicacy. The heavy, rounded terminals and consistent stroke strength produce an even, poster-friendly color, especially in short headlines and punchy phrases.