Sans Other Merit 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Corsica' by AVP, 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Apres' by Font Bureau, 'JollyGood Proper Condensed' by Letradora, and 'Beval' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids media, stickers, playful, handmade, bouncy, friendly, quirky, expressiveness, approachability, handmade feel, display impact, informality, chunky, rounded, wonky, soft corners, cartoony.
A heavy, compact sans with a hand-cut, uneven outline that gives each glyph a slightly different stance. Strokes are thick and mostly uniform, with rounded corners and subtly flattened curves that create a blocky, cut-paper feel. Counters are relatively tight, terminals are blunt, and the overall texture is lively due to small variations in width and curvature across letters and figures. The lowercase shows simple, single-storey forms and a sturdy, compact rhythm, while the numerals match the same chunky, slightly irregular construction.
Well-suited for short, attention-grabbing copy such as posters, headlines, product packaging, and punchy social graphics. It also fits children’s content, playful branding, and event or festival materials where a friendly, handmade tone is desirable.
The font reads as cheerful and informal, with a playful, cartoon-like energy. Its wobbly geometry and soft edges suggest a handmade personality that feels approachable and a bit mischievous rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver an expressive, approachable display voice using simplified sans structures and intentionally imperfect contours. Its chunky build prioritizes impact and character over strict regularity, creating a lively, crafted look in text and titles.
The bold massing and tight interior spaces make it strongest at display sizes, where the irregularities become a feature instead of noise. The sample text shows an animated line rhythm and distinctive word shapes, helped by the uneven verticals and gently shifting letter widths.