Sans Superellipse Ornaw 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Perfume' by Fenotype, 'Knockout' by Hoefler & Co., 'Fragtude' by Letterhend, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Galderglynn 1884' by Typodermic, and 'Whisky Trail' by Vozzy (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, punchy, quirky, confident, friendly, impact, compactness, clarity, personality, economy, compact, blocky, soft corners, squared-round, sturdy.
The design is a heavy, condensed sans with softly squared, superellipse-like curves and minimal stroke modulation. Corners tend to read as rounded rather than sharp, while joins and terminals often look gently flattened, creating a sturdy, blocky silhouette. Overall spacing is tight and the forms are compact, producing strong vertical emphasis and a dense, graphic texture in text.
It suits headlines, subheads, posters, packaging, and branding where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. It can also work for short UI labels or signage in large sizes, especially where space is limited and a friendly, characterful sans is desired.
This face feels punchy and playful, with a confident, slightly cheeky tone. Its compact proportions and lively rhythms give it an energetic, poster-like presence that reads as modern yet a bit quirky.
The letterforms appear designed to maximize impact in a narrow footprint while keeping shapes open enough to remain readable. The rounded-rectangle construction and softened terminals suggest an intention to feel approachable and distinctive rather than purely utilitarian.
In running text, the tight width and heavy color create a strong “wall of type,” so it’s best used with generous line spacing and moderate line lengths. The numerals match the same compact, sturdy construction, reinforcing a consistent, graphic feel across alphanumerics.