Sans Superellipse Perek 16 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Skate' by DearType, 'Astern Shade' and 'Fendesert' by Edignwn Type, 'Oxford Press' by Set Sail Studios, and 'Greeka' by Umka Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, playful, friendly, punchy, quirky, retro, attention, approachability, retro charm, informality, display impact, rounded, blocky, soft corners, compact, bouncy.
A compact, heavy sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened corners throughout. Strokes are thick and even, with minimal modulation and slightly irregular, hand-cut-looking edges that give the outlines a lively texture. Curves tend toward squarish bowls and counters, producing sturdy, superellipse-like forms in letters such as O, C, and D. Spacing appears tight and efficient, and the overall rhythm feels bouncy due to small variations in widths and subtly uneven terminals rather than strict geometric regularity.
Best suited for short, attention-grabbing text where a bold, friendly voice is desirable—headlines, posters, packaging, logos, and storefront or event signage. It can also work for playful editorial callouts or children’s products, but its dense color and tight apertures make it more effective at larger sizes than for extended reading.
The font reads as upbeat and approachable, with a humorous, slightly mischievous tone. Its chunky shapes and rounded corners push it toward a retro, comic-signage feel while staying clean enough to remain legible at display sizes. The overall impression is energetic and informal rather than corporate or reserved.
Likely designed to deliver maximum impact with a warm, approachable personality by combining very heavy strokes with rounded-rectangle geometry and subtly irregular contours. The goal appears to be a distinctive display sans that feels hand-made and fun while maintaining clear letterforms.
Uppercase and lowercase share the same chunky, rounded construction, and the numerals match the weight and softness for consistent color in mixed text. Counters are relatively small, contributing to a dense, poster-like presence, while distinctive shapes in letters like J, Q, and g add character and help avoid monotony in longer headlines.