Sans Superellipse Lafu 9 is a regular weight, very wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, ui display, posters, sports graphics, futuristic, tech, sleek, sporty, instrumental, tech aesthetic, sense of motion, geometric cohesion, display impact, rounded corners, soft terminals, oblique, extended, modular.
This typeface is built from rounded-rectangle and superellipse-like shapes with consistently softened corners and low stroke modulation. The overall stance is oblique, with broad, extended proportions and a slightly modular construction that favors straight runs and flattened curves. Counters tend toward squarish forms, and joins are smooth and controlled, creating an even, engineered rhythm across letters and figures. Numerals and capitals echo the same rounded-square geometry, producing a cohesive, system-like texture in lines of text.
This font is well suited to headlines, logos, and branding systems that aim for a technical, streamlined look. It can work effectively for UI display elements, product titling, and packaging where a futuristic or performance-oriented voice is desired. The consistent rounded-square geometry also makes it a strong choice for posters and motion or sports graphics where a sense of speed and structure helps the message land.
The design reads as modern and forward-leaning, with a techno and motorsport sensibility. Its rounded, rectilinear forms feel clean and efficient rather than friendly, suggesting speed, interfaces, and industrial design. The oblique slant adds motion and emphasis, reinforcing a dynamic, contemporary tone.
The letterforms appear intentionally derived from a rounded-rectangular geometry to deliver a cohesive, high-tech aesthetic with a sense of motion. The oblique posture and extended proportions seem designed to project speed and modernity, while the softened corners keep the mechanical construction from feeling harsh.
The wide set and rounded corners create strong horizontal momentum, while the more rectangular bowls and counters keep the texture crisp at display sizes. The slanted construction and extended widths make it visually assertive, with a distinctly geometric silhouette in both uppercase and lowercase.