Sans Other Lobir 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: display, headlines, packaging, posters, book covers, whimsical, storybook, playful, retro, folksy, friendly tone, distinctive branding, handmade feel, retro display, approachable readability, soft corners, calligraphic terminals, humanist, rounded, lively.
A lively, soft-edged sans with gently flared, calligraphic terminals that create a subtle wedge-like finish on many strokes. Curves are broad and open, with rounded joins and a generally even stroke color, while small notches and hooked endings add character without becoming overly ornate. Proportions feel slightly irregular in a deliberate, hand-drawn way, giving the alphabet a buoyant rhythm; counters remain clear and the overall texture stays readable at text sizes despite the decorative terminals.
It works best for display settings where its distinctive terminals can be appreciated—headlines, packaging, posters, book covers, and branded titles. It can also function for short text passages in friendly editorial contexts, but its characterful rhythm is most effective when not pushed into dense, small-size typography.
The font reads warm and approachable, with a playful, storybook tone and a hint of retro charm. Its idiosyncratic endings and friendly curves suggest handmade signage and children’s publishing rather than strict modernist neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a personable sans voice by blending clean, low-contrast construction with hand-influenced terminals and softened geometry. The goal seems to be a readable but expressive style that stands out in branding and titles without relying on heavy contrast or high ornamentation.
The design maintains consistent stroke weight and a stable upright stance, but uses expressive terminals to differentiate forms and add bounce in running text. The numerals and capitals share the same softened, slightly flared detailing, supporting cohesive use across headings and short passages.