Sans Superellipse Bydiv 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, editorial, art deco, fashion, theatrical, eccentric, elegant, space-saving display, stylized elegance, vintage flair, silhouette impact, condensed, monolinear, high-waisted, tapered terminals, elongated.
A highly condensed display sans with extreme vertical proportions and a slim, mostly monolinear stroke. Curves are drawn as softened superellipse-like forms, producing narrow ovals in round letters and a polished, sculpted feel. Terminals frequently taper to fine points, and the overall rhythm alternates between hairline joins and slightly reinforced verticals, giving the letters a tense, stretched silhouette. Spacing appears tight and the narrow widths create a strong vertical texture in words and lines.
Best suited to headlines, poster titles, magazine/editorial display, and branding where a slender, high-impact voice is desired. It can work well for logotypes and packaging marks that benefit from a tall, stylish presence, but is less appropriate for long-form reading or small UI text due to its condensed proportions and fine details.
The tone reads stylish and dramatic, with a vintage showcard/Art Deco sensibility. Its elongated forms and sharpened terminals feel fashion-forward and slightly eccentric, projecting sophistication with a hint of mystery or noir flair.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum height and elegance within minimal horizontal space, using superellipse-based curves and tapered terminals to create a distinctive display voice. The intent is a refined, vintage-leaning condensed sans that stands out in short text with a sharp, theatrical silhouette.
Capitals and numerals are especially tall and attention-grabbing, while the lowercase maintains a similarly vertical stance for consistent texture in mixed case. The design favors striking outlines and silhouette over small-size clarity, so it performs best when given room and size to breathe.