Sans Superellipse Ornas 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, kids, playful, friendly, quirky, chunky, retro, friendly impact, handmade feel, display clarity, retro charm, soft corners, bouncy, irregular rhythm, compact, rounded terminals.
This typeface uses heavy, compact letterforms with softly squared curves and rounded-rectangle counters. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, and many terminals end bluntly, reinforcing a solid, poster-like texture. Proportions lean tall with tight interior spaces, and several glyphs show subtle, hand-drawn irregularities that create a lively, slightly wavy baseline and rhythm. Rounded forms (like O, C, and 0) feel superelliptical rather than purely circular, giving the design a structured-but-soft geometry.
It works best in short to medium display settings where its weight and personality can lead—headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks. The friendly shapes also suit playful contexts such as children’s materials or casual editorial pull quotes, especially at larger sizes where the compact counters remain clear.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a quirky, informal energy that feels crafted rather than strictly mechanical. Its chunky shapes and bouncy rhythm give it a retro display personality, suggesting warmth and humor while staying clear and assertive.
The design appears intended to blend sturdy, high-impact presence with softened geometry, creating a distinctive display sans that feels friendly and handcrafted. Its superelliptical curves and subtle irregularity aim to provide memorable character while keeping letterforms straightforward and readable.
The numerals and lowercase follow the same compact, rounded-rect geometry, producing strong color in text and a dense silhouette at larger sizes. The design’s intentional unevenness adds character, but also makes it feel more expressive than neutral.