Sans Superellipse Holep 3 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Oso Sans' by Adobe, 'Bronkoh' by Brink, 'Flexo' and 'Flexo Soft' by Durotype, 'FS Joey' and 'FS Joey Paneuropean' by Fontsmith, 'Burlingame' by Monotype, and 'Dalle' by Stawix (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, friendly, confident, playful, retro, soft impact, brand presence, display clarity, retro-modern, rounded, soft corners, compact, chunky, geometric.
A heavy, rounded sans with a superellipse construction: bowls and counters read as softened rectangles with generous corner radii and broadly even stroke weight. Proportions feel compact and blocky, with short joins and simplified terminals that keep silhouettes clean at large sizes. Curves are sturdy rather than delicate, and the overall rhythm is steady, with slightly idiosyncratic widths across letters contributing to a lively texture. Numerals share the same rounded-rectangle logic, producing a cohesive, signage-like presence.
Best suited to display settings where weight and rounded geometry can carry the message—brand marks, posters, product packaging, and short editorial headlines. It also works well for bold UI labels or wayfinding where a friendly but commanding voice is needed, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The tone is warm and approachable while still assertive, giving headlines a friendly punch. Its softened geometry and chunky mass suggest a playful, slightly retro sensibility that feels energetic without becoming whimsical.
The design appears aimed at delivering maximum impact with softened, geometric forms—combining strong legibility and a distinctive rounded-rect silhouette. It prioritizes a cohesive, modern-friendly look that can feel both contemporary and nostalgic depending on color and layout.
Counters are relatively open for such a heavy style, helping maintain clarity in letters like a, e, and g. Curved letters (C, G, S) emphasize broad arcs and minimal modulation, while diagonals (K, V, W, X) remain stout and stable, reinforcing the font’s overall solidity.