Sans Rounded Kiva 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, monoline, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, logos, friendly, retro, whimsical, casual, handmade, space saving, approachability, display impact, modern retro, condensed, rounded, soft, playful, clean.
A condensed, monoline sans with gently rounded terminals and subtly softened corners throughout. The stroke is even and consistent, while curves (C, O, S) are slightly squarish-oval, giving a tidy, compact rhythm. Proportions are tall and narrow with a high x-height, short-to-moderate ascenders and descenders, and tight-looking internal counters that stay open enough for display clarity. The overall texture is light and airy, with a consistent vertical emphasis and smooth, simplified joins.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks where a narrow footprint is useful and a friendly tone is desired. It can also work for short UI labels or wayfinding-style text when space is tight, though its condensed proportions suggest using it above small body sizes for best clarity.
The narrow, rounded construction reads friendly and approachable, with a lightly retro, sign-painter vibe rather than a strictly technical tone. Its compact height-to-width ratio adds a witty, energetic feel, making long words look animated and a bit quirky while staying orderly.
Likely designed as a space-saving display sans that balances clean legibility with a warm, approachable character. The rounded terminals and simplified shapes aim to produce a modern-retro mood that feels informal and inviting without becoming overly decorative.
The digit set mirrors the same condensed, rounded construction, and the uppercase/lowercase pairing maintains a cohesive, simplified geometry. The design’s softness comes primarily from rounded terminals and eased corner transitions rather than heavy curvature, which helps it stay crisp at larger sizes.