Outline Abniv 9 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, packaging, kids branding, playful, retro, cartoon, circus, bold, decorative display, vintage flair, cheerful impact, signage look, bubble, rounded, inline, outlined, puffy.
A rounded, soft serif display face drawn as an outline with a consistent inner counter-line that creates an inline effect. Letterforms are built from plump strokes with smooth terminals, exaggerated curves, and compact, friendly proportions. The outlines stay fairly even in thickness while the interior shaping introduces strong light–dark rhythm, and the counters remain generously open for an outline style. Overall spacing feels steady and readable in short phrases, with a bouncy silhouette across both capitals and lowercase.
Best suited to display settings where the outline/inline construction can be appreciated—posters, headlines, storefront-style signage, labels, and playful packaging. It also works well for short brand marks or event titles that benefit from a retro, showcard-like personality.
The font reads as cheerful and nostalgic, evoking hand-painted signage and mid-century novelty lettering. Its buoyant curves and inflated shapes give it a lighthearted, theatrical tone that feels welcoming rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, decorative presence without heavy fill, using an outlined construction and rounded serif forms to create a friendly, vintage display voice that stands out in large sizes.
Capitals show softly bracketed serif cues and rounded joins, while lowercase maintains a consistent, approachable texture. Numerals follow the same puffy construction, helping headings and badges feel unified across alphanumerics.