Sans Superellipse Mena 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hegval Display' by Inhouse Type, 'Core Sans D' and 'Core Sans DS' by S-Core, and 'Vinyl' by T-26 (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, sportswear, friendly, retro, sporty, casual, punchy, impact, approachability, motion, retro flavor, display clarity, rounded, soft corners, oblique, compact, bouncy rhythm.
A compact, slanted sans with heavy, rounded strokes and softly squared (superellipse-like) curves. Terminals are consistently rounded, and counters stay open despite the dense weight, giving the letters a clear, punchy silhouette. The overall proportion is tight with short extenders and a steady baseline, while the oblique angle and rounded joins create a smooth, flowing texture in words. Numerals follow the same softened geometry and sturdy presence, reading clearly at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines, logos, and short statements where its dense, rounded forms can deliver impact. It can work well in branding and packaging that aims for an energetic, friendly voice, and it’s a natural fit for sports, casual retail, and promotional graphics. In longer passages it reads most comfortably at larger sizes where the compact shapes have room to breathe.
The tone is upbeat and approachable, mixing a retro sign-painting energy with a contemporary, friendly softness. Its forward slant adds motion and enthusiasm, while the rounded construction keeps it warm rather than aggressive.
Likely intended as a modern display italic that prioritizes momentum, friendliness, and strong silhouette recognition. The softened superellipse geometry suggests a goal of combining bold presence with approachable, rounded character for contemporary branding and punchy editorial use.
The design maintains a consistent stroke thickness and corner radius across caps, lowercase, and figures, producing a cohesive “cushioned” texture. The italic structure is evident throughout, with lively diagonals and a slightly bouncy rhythm that becomes more pronounced in longer text lines.