Sans Other Lemow 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hanley Pro' by District 62 Studio and 'Arthura' by Seniors Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, comics, event flyers, playful, hand-cut, quirky, cartoon, spooky, handmade feel, display impact, themed titles, quirky tone, irregular, chunky, angular, faceted, wobbly.
A chunky, angular sans with irregular, hand-cut-looking outlines and subtly shifting widths from glyph to glyph. Strokes are heavy and mostly monoline, but edges are faceted and uneven, giving counters a polygonal feel (notably in round forms like O, Q, and numerals). Terminals tend to be blunt and asymmetrically cut, and many letters show a slight wobble in verticals and diagonals that adds texture. The overall rhythm is lively rather than mechanical, with compact apertures and sturdy silhouettes that stay readable at display sizes.
Works best for short display text such as posters, headlines, game titles, packaging callouts, stickers, and event flyers where the hand-cut texture can be appreciated. It can also support playful branding or themed materials (e.g., seasonal promotions) when a quirky, crafted look is desired. For long body copy, the busy edges and dense shapes may feel heavy, so larger sizes and generous spacing are preferable.
The font conveys a mischievous, handmade energy—somewhere between comic signage and cut-paper lettering. Its rough facets and uneven geometry can read as spooky or quirky, making it feel suited to playful horror, Halloween, or oddball humor. The tone is informal and attention-grabbing, prioritizing character over neutrality.
The design appears intended to mimic bold cut-paper or carved lettering—using faceted curves, irregular terminals, and slightly uneven proportions to create a deliberately handmade, characterful sans. Its consistent chunkiness suggests a goal of strong silhouettes and instant impact rather than typographic neutrality.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent rugged construction, with simplified forms and pronounced polygonal rounding that keeps the set cohesive. The figures are similarly chunky and stylized, with distinctive, cut-edge shapes that match the letterforms. Spacing and letterfit appear intended for display settings, where the irregular contours become part of the visual voice.