Sans Superellipse Gumes 20 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ALS Direct' by Art. Lebedev Studio, 'MVB Embarcadero' by MVB, 'Hoxton North' by The Northern Block, and 'Ligurino' by Typodermic (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, signage, friendly, modern, playful, approachable, confident, approachability, modern branding, display impact, geometric clarity, rounded, soft-cornered, compact, open counters, geometric.
This typeface is a heavy, rounded sans with superellipse-like construction: bowls and curves feel squared-off at the extremes, with softly rounded corners and broadly even stroke weight. Proportions are compact with sturdy verticals and slightly condensed-looking apertures that stay readable due to generous internal counters. The lowercase is simple and utilitarian, while the overall rhythm is shaped by blocky curves, flat terminals, and a consistent, built-from-shapes geometry. Numerals match the letters in mass and round-rectangular curvature, giving figures a stable, sign-like presence.
It performs best in headlines and short text where its weight and rounded geometry can carry a strong visual identity. The sturdy shapes also suit signage, packaging, and UI marketing moments such as banners, tiles, and feature callouts where clarity and friendliness need to coexist.
The overall tone is warm and contemporary, combining friendly rounded forms with a solid, assertive weight. It feels playful without becoming novelty, projecting an approachable, product-forward personality that suits upbeat branding and clear messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary, geometric voice with softened corners—pairing strong typographic presence with an approachable feel. Its consistent rounded-rectangle logic suggests a focus on brand recognizability and high-impact display use.
The superelliptical curves create a distinctive “rounded-rectangle” silhouette in letters like C, G, O, and S, which reads as engineered and modern rather than purely circular. The density and tight fit make it especially impactful at larger sizes, where the soft corners and consistent geometry become a defining texture.