Sans Superellipse Velom 1 is a light, very wide, low contrast, italic, tall x-height font.
Keywords: ui, branding, tech editorial, wayfinding, packaging, futuristic, technical, streamlined, clean, sporty, modernize, add motion, systematic geometry, improve clarity, rounded corners, geometric, oblique, monoline, open counters.
A monoline, oblique sans with a wide set and rounded-rectangle construction. Curves and terminals are softened into squarish arcs, giving bowls and counters a superelliptical feel, while straight strokes stay clean and even. The lowercase is large relative to capitals, with compact ascenders/descenders and open, simplified forms; details like the single-storey a and g and the minimalist punctuation reinforce a contemporary, engineered rhythm. Numerals follow the same rounded, streamlined logic, with horizontally oriented shapes and smooth joins that keep texture consistent in text.
Well-suited to interface typography, dashboards, and product branding where a sleek, contemporary voice is needed. The wide stance and open shapes also work effectively for headlines, short paragraphs, and signage, especially in contexts that benefit from a streamlined, high-tech appearance.
The overall tone is modern and forward-leaning, suggesting speed and efficiency rather than warmth or nostalgia. Its rounded geometry reads friendly enough for consumer tech, but the disciplined repetition of forms and steady stroke weight keeps it firmly in a functional, technical register.
Likely designed to combine a futuristic, aerodynamic impression with the practicality of a straightforward sans: rounded-rect geometry for personality, paired with uniform strokes and simplified construction for clarity. The built-in oblique posture reinforces a sense of motion and modernity while maintaining an orderly, repeatable system across letters and figures.
Letterforms show a deliberate squaring-off of curves (notably in C, G, O/Q, and s), producing a distinctive "soft-cornered" silhouette at both display and text sizes. The italic angle is built into the design rather than being a simple slant, with consistent diagonals and stable spacing that preserve readability despite the forward motion.