Sans Rounded Fade 9 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cleor' by Designova, 'Ciutadella' and 'Ciutadella Rounded' by Emtype Foundry, and 'Project Soft' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: branding, packaging, headlines, posters, ui labels, friendly, playful, approachable, modern, clean, soften impact, modernize, increase friendliness, improve clarity, rounded, soft, geometric, even weight, open counters.
A heavy, monoline sans with generously rounded terminals and corners throughout. Strokes maintain an even thickness, with smooth joins and a slightly geometric construction that favors simple curves and straight segments. Counters are open and circular (notably in O, o, 8, 9), and overall spacing feels roomy for the weight, supporting legibility. The lowercase shows compact, clean forms with short ascenders/descenders relative to the body, while the figures are sturdy and highly simplified, matching the same rounded, soft-ended logic.
Best suited to branding, packaging, and headline use where a friendly, modern voice is needed. The bold, rounded construction also works well for posters, signage, and UI labels that benefit from strong presence and clear, soft-edged forms at medium-to-large sizes.
The rounded endings and consistent stroke weight give the font a warm, friendly tone that reads as contemporary and approachable. Its softened geometry suggests playfulness without becoming informal or messy, making it feel inviting and easygoing in display settings.
The design appears intended to combine confident weight with a softened, rounded finish, creating a contemporary sans that feels welcoming and highly legible. Its simplified, consistent shapes aim for clarity and a distinctive, gentle personality in display-forward applications.
Round dots on i/j and the generally softened terminals reduce sharpness and add a cushioned texture on the line. Diagonal letters (V, W, X, Y) keep the same uniform weight and rounded ends, producing a cohesive rhythm, while the overall silhouette remains clean and uncluttered.