Sans Superellipse Rarin 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, wayfinding, condensed, modernist, utilitarian, technical, editorial, space saving, modern utility, compact display, systematic forms, monolinear, compact, vertical, clean, crisp.
A compact, condensed sans with monolinear strokes and tightly controlled proportions. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle geometry, giving bowls and counters a squared-off softness rather than true circles. Vertical stems dominate the rhythm, terminals are clean and unembellished, and joins are straightforward, producing a crisp, efficient texture in text. Numerals follow the same narrow, upright construction for a consistent overall color.
Well-suited to headlines and display settings where space efficiency and strong vertical emphasis are beneficial, such as posters, packaging, and brand wordmarks. It can also work for short bursts of editorial text, labels, and navigational or informational graphics where a compact footprint is desirable.
The tone is modern and functional, with a slightly industrial, engineered feel. Its compressed forms read as purposeful and space-saving, lending a contemporary, no-nonsense voice that fits information-forward typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient sans that stays clean and legible while adding personality through superellipse-based rounds. It prioritizes a consistent, compact rhythm and a contemporary, engineered silhouette for display and information-driven applications.
The rounded-rectangle construction creates a distinctive, slightly “squeezed” warmth in letters like O/C/e while maintaining a strict vertical cadence. The overall impression is uniform and disciplined, with minimal stylistic distraction and a strong columnar presence.