Sans Other Ifke 17 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Myra 4F Caps' by 4th february (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, logos, friendly, playful, retro, chunky, cheerful, impact, approachability, memorability, display use, soft corners, rounded, blunt, compact, high impact.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact counters and a distinctly sculpted silhouette. Strokes are thick and even, with softened terminals and subtle, teardrop-like notches or ear-shaped cut-ins appearing on several capitals, giving the forms a carved, display-oriented feel. Curves are broad and circular (notably in O/Q and numerals), while joins stay sturdy and blunt, producing strong color on the page. Spacing reads moderately tight in text, emphasizing a dense, poster-ready rhythm rather than airy refinement.
Best used for display typography where its dense weight and distinctive uppercase detailing can read clearly at a glance—headlines, posters, packaging, and brand marks. It also works for short UI labels or callouts when a friendly, high-impact tone is needed, but longer passages may feel heavy due to the tight counters and strong typographic color.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, combining a retro sign-painting warmth with a slightly whimsical, cartoonish edge. The decorative cut-ins add personality without turning the face into a script or novelty, keeping it confident and headline-forward. It communicates friendliness and impact at the same time, making it feel suited to energetic, informal messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, approachable display voice: a solid geometric base softened by rounded shaping and enlivened with small decorative cut-ins that add memorability. It prioritizes presence and personality in large sizes while keeping the underlying letterforms straightforward enough to remain legible.
Uppercase shows the most distinctive personality through the recurring notch/ear motif, while lowercase stays simpler and more utilitarian, improving clarity in continuous reading. The numerals are rounded and sturdy, with the 2 and 3 showing pronounced, friendly curves and the 8 built from two balanced bowls. The Q has a clear tail treatment that keeps it recognizable in bold settings.