Sans Other Bidis 8 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Soft' by Artegra and 'Carrosserie' by Letterwerk (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, children’s media, playful, quirky, friendly, chunky, comic, attention capture, playful display, friendly branding, graphic impact, angular joins, rounded corners, soft geometry, high impact, compact spacing.
A heavy, compact sans with simplified geometry and softly rounded corners. Strokes stay consistently thick, with tight apertures and sturdy, slightly uneven rhythm that gives the shapes a hand-cut, poster-like presence. Curves are broad and blunt, while diagonals and joins often form crisp angles (notably in K, M, N, V, W, X), producing a lively mix of round and faceted construction. Counters are relatively small and the overall texture reads dark and solid, helping short words hold together as bold blocks of shape.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks where its compact weight and quirky geometry can carry personality. It also works well for short UI labels, stickers, or social graphics at larger sizes. For longer text, it performs better in brief bursts (pull quotes, captions, or callouts) where spacing can be opened up.
The tone is upbeat and informal, with a quirky, cartoon-adjacent energy. Its chunky silhouettes and slightly offbeat proportions feel friendly rather than corporate, suggesting humor, motion, and a casual, approachable voice. The overall impression is attention-grabbing and characterful without becoming decorative in a script-like way.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, unconventional sans voice—prioritizing bold silhouettes, simplified construction, and a playful rhythm. Its mix of rounded corners and sharp joins suggests an aim to feel approachable while still reading as strong and graphic.
Uppercase forms read especially strong and emblematic, while lowercase retains the same sturdy, simplified build for consistency. Numerals are wide and weighty with clear silhouettes suited to large sizes. The tight interior spaces and dense color mean it benefits from generous leading and breathing room when set in paragraphs.