Sans Superellipse Tabef 2 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Anantason Reno' by Jipatype, 'CG Triumvirate' by Monotype, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, rugged, retro, handmade, friendly, impact, texture, vintage feel, handmade look, approachability, chunky, rounded, soft corners, inked, irregular.
This typeface uses heavy, compact forms built from rounded-rectangle geometry, with softened corners and broadly curved bowls. Strokes are thick and relatively even, but the outlines show deliberate irregularities that read like inky stamping or rough printing, giving the edges a slightly chipped, organic texture. Counters are small and often squarish, terminals are blunt, and curves tend toward superellipse-like shapes rather than true circles. Overall spacing feels tight and the letterforms sit firmly on the baseline, creating a dense, poster-ready color on the page.
It performs best in display contexts where its dense weight and textured outlines can be appreciated—posters, cover art, playful branding, packaging, and bold signage. In longer passages or small sizes, the tight counters and rough edges may reduce clarity, so it’s better used for short, impactful lines and labels.
The tone is bold and upbeat, mixing friendly rounded shapes with a gritty, analog roughness. It evokes hand-printed signage and vintage display lettering—approachable and fun, with a touch of DIY toughness.
The design appears intended as a high-impact display sans that blends rounded, superellipse-based construction with an intentionally imperfect print texture. The goal is to deliver strong presence and a handmade, vintage-leaning personality without relying on decorative flourishes.
Uppercase and lowercase share the same chunky, compact construction, helping headlines feel cohesive across mixed-case settings. The roughened perimeter is consistent enough to look intentional, while still adding energy and texture in larger sizes.