Sans Superellipse Elpe 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, logotypes, fashion, dramatic, sleek, modernist, display impact, elegant emphasis, modern branding, condensed economy, condensed, slanted, sharp, crisp, sculpted.
A condensed, right-leaning sans with pronounced contrast between thick stems and hairline joins. The forms are built from smooth, rounded-rectangle curves paired with crisp cut-ins, producing tapered terminals and knife-thin diagonals in letters like V, W, X, and Y. Counters stay compact and vertically oriented, and the overall rhythm is tight, with tall proportions and a disciplined, streamlined silhouette across caps, lowercase, and figures.
Best suited to headlines, magazine display typography, and high-contrast branding where a compact width and strong vertical emphasis are advantages. It can shine in short bursts—titles, pull quotes, packaging callouts, and logotypes—where its sharp hairlines and condensed rhythm remain clear and intentional.
The tone is stylish and high-impact, with an upscale, runway/editorial feel. Its sharp contrast and narrow stance read as assertive and contemporary, emphasizing elegance and speed rather than warmth or informality.
Likely designed to deliver a contemporary condensed italic voice that feels refined and energetic, combining smooth superelliptical rounding with dramatic contrast to create a distinctive display texture for modern editorial and brand use.
The italics are integral to the design rather than a simple slant, with shapes that feel actively drawn forward and diagonals that become extremely fine at joins. Numerals and capitals share the same tall, compressed posture, helping headings and short statements lock into a cohesive, poster-like texture.