Sans Superellipse Etdab 7 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, sporty, retro, energetic, confident, dynamic, display impact, compact setting, modern clarity, dynamic emphasis, slanted, compact, rounded, smooth, punchy.
A compact, right-slanted sans with rounded, superelliptical bowls and a smooth, low-contrast stroke. Curves feel inflated and soft at the corners while terminals stay clean and unfussy, producing a streamlined silhouette. The narrow set and tight internal counters create a dense rhythm, with capitals reading upright and brisk and lowercase showing more cursive-like movement in letters such as a, g, and y. Numerals follow the same rounded geometry, maintaining consistent weight and a cohesive, slightly condensed texture in text.
Best suited to display contexts where momentum and punch matter: headlines, short taglines, posters, and brand marks. It can work well on packaging and promotional graphics that benefit from a compact, high-impact italic sans, particularly at medium to large sizes where the rounded details stay clear.
The overall tone is fast and assertive, with a sporty, retro-leaning flavor driven by the italic stance and compact proportions. It feels promotional and energetic rather than quiet or literary, projecting motion and confidence in headlines.
The design appears intended to deliver a streamlined, modern-leaning italic sans with rounded, superelliptical construction—optimized for compact setting and high visibility. Its geometry and consistent stroke suggest a focus on clear, energetic display typography rather than extended text reading.
In longer samples the slant and narrow measure create a strong forward flow, while the rounded forms keep it friendly and approachable. The small apertures and compact counters can build a dark, continuous color, especially where curved joins tighten in letters like e, s, and a.