Sans Superellipse Sibiv 1 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, art deco, retro, theatrical, playful, display, retro flavor, headline impact, space saving, brand voice, signage clarity, condensed, geometric, rounded, vertical, high-contrast terminals.
A condensed, geometric sans with softened rectangular (superellipse-like) curves and a strong vertical rhythm. Strokes are generally sturdy and even, with subtle contrast showing up in curved joins and tapered terminals. Counters tend to be narrow and upright, producing a compact texture, while rounded corners keep the shapes from feeling rigid. The lowercase features a tall x-height with long ascenders/descenders and single-storey forms, and the numerals follow the same narrow, vertically oriented proportions.
Best suited to display settings where its condensed proportions and vintage flavor can read as intentional style—posters, headlines, logotypes, packaging labels, and signage. It can work for short subheads or pull quotes, but the compact counters and distinctive letterforms are more effective when given size and breathing room.
The overall tone leans vintage and theatrical—evoking early 20th‑century poster lettering and Art Deco signage—while the rounded geometry keeps it friendly rather than severe. Its tall, compact shapes create an energetic, headline-forward voice that feels confident and slightly playful.
The design appears intended as a characterful display sans that blends geometric construction with softened corners and Deco-inspired gestures. It prioritizes impact and period atmosphere over neutrality, aiming to deliver a tall, space-efficient headline look with memorable letterforms.
Several letters use distinctive, stylized constructions (notably in the curved capitals and the more ornate lowercase shapes), which increases personality but makes the texture more idiosyncratic in long passages. The condensed width and tight interior spaces emphasize verticality and can appear dense at smaller sizes.