Sans Superellipse Bylaf 9 is a very light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A tall, condensed monoline sans with softly rounded terminals and rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction in its curves. Strokes remain consistently thin with minimal modulation, producing an even, linear texture across text. Counters are narrow and vertical, with generous interior rounding in letters like O, C, and D, while joins stay clean and restrained. The lowercase keeps a straightforward, single-storey feel with compact bowls and long ascenders/descenders, and the numerals follow the same narrow, rounded geometry for a cohesive set.
Best suited to headlines, short editorial lines, packaging, and brand wordmarks where its tall, slim silhouette can add sophistication without visual heaviness. It also works well for minimalist layouts and large-scale signage or posters where the thin strokes and rounded geometry have room to read clearly.
The overall tone is quiet and refined, with a light, airy rhythm that feels contemporary and slightly fashion-forward. Its slim proportions and softened corners lend a gentle friendliness without becoming playful, reading more like understated modernism than expressive display.
The design appears intended to provide a sleek, modern condensed sans with softened superelliptical forms—aiming for an elegant presence and a distinctive narrow rhythm while staying clean and unobtrusive in composition.
The condensed width and very thin strokes create a high whitespace-to-ink ratio, so the font’s character depends on ample size or breathing room around it. Rounded corners and narrow apertures can make shapes feel elegant but also more similar at small sizes, especially in dense settings.