Sans Other Ismil 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids branding, event flyers, playful, hand-cut, quirky, casual, lively, playfulness, handmade feel, display impact, approachability, chunky, rounded, wedge terminals, irregular rhythm, soft corners.
This font uses chunky, compact letterforms with softly rounded corners and subtly uneven contours, giving the strokes a hand-cut, poster-like feel. Terminals often finish in small wedge-like or angled cuts, and curves are broad and simplified rather than geometric. Proportions vary from glyph to glyph, with a slightly bouncy baseline impression and mixed internal spacing that creates an intentionally irregular rhythm. Counters are generally open and legible at display sizes, while the overall silhouette stays dense and punchy.
This font performs best in short-to-medium display settings where its irregular rhythm and chunky shapes can add character—such as headlines, posters, packaging, event materials, and playful branding. It can also work for pull quotes or signage when set with generous tracking and leading to keep the texture from feeling crowded.
The tone is playful and informal, with a crafted, slightly mischievous character that feels lively rather than polished. Its gentle wobble and angled cuts suggest humor, friendliness, and a DIY sensibility suited to upbeat messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, friendly display voice with a handmade edge, prioritizing personality and visual impact over neutral, text-focused regularity. Its simplified curves and angled terminals aim to create a distinctive, approachable texture in large sizes.
Uppercase forms read as sturdy and compact, while lowercase adds more personality through asymmetric bowls and angled shoulders. Numerals follow the same chunky construction and maintain strong presence in a line, with a hand-drawn consistency that favors expressiveness over strict uniformity.