Sans Other Kerik 2 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, headlines, children’s, branding, playful, quirky, handmade, friendly, informal, warmth, personality, approachability, informality, rounded, bouncy, casual, soft, idiosyncratic.
A compact sans with tall lowercase proportions and a gently irregular rhythm that feels hand-drawn without becoming messy. Strokes are monolinear and clean, with rounded turns and occasional flared or tapered terminals that add character. Curves are slightly asymmetric and bowls sit a bit narrow, while spacing and widths vary subtly from glyph to glyph, creating a lively texture in text. Numerals and capitals follow the same casual geometry, with simplified forms and open counters that keep the overall color even.
Works well for short-to-medium text where a casual, personable voice is desired: packaging, posters, social graphics, café or boutique branding, and playful editorial callouts. Its narrow footprint and tall lowercase can help fit more characters per line while maintaining clear word shapes in display sizes.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, with a whimsical, slightly offbeat personality. Its uneven cadence reads human and conversational rather than technical, making it feel friendly and lighthearted.
Likely designed to provide a simple sans foundation with an intentionally human, hand-drawn flavor—adding warmth and individuality to everyday typography without relying on overt decoration.
The design’s character comes from small departures from strict construction—gentle wobble in stems, soft corners, and quirky joins—rather than high contrast or decorative details. This gives it a distinctive voice while still behaving like a straightforward sans in setting longer lines.