Sans Superellipse Olrer 9 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pantograph' by Colophon Foundry, 'FF Good' by FontFont, 'Prelo Compressed' by Monotype, 'Tablet Gothic' by TypeTogether, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, playful, retro, casual, quirky, space saving, approachability, display impact, retro flavor, rounded, soft corners, condensed, compact, monolinear.
A compact, tightly proportioned sans with rounded-rectangle (superellipse) construction and soft, blunted terminals throughout. Strokes read as largely monolinear, with gentle curvature and slightly squared bowls that keep counters open despite the condensed set width. Vertical stems are steady and dominant, while joins and shoulders stay smooth and simplified, producing an even, poster-like texture in text. Figures and capitals follow the same softened geometry, with minimal detailing and consistent rounding at corners.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short display copy where its condensed, high-impact texture can carry a message in limited space. It also fits packaging and branding that want a friendly, retro-leaning voice, as well as signage or labels that benefit from bold, rounded forms.
The overall tone is approachable and upbeat, with a hint of mid-century/handmade informality created by the softened corners and condensed rhythm. It feels energetic and cheerful rather than technical, making the voice personable and slightly quirky without becoming messy.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, space-efficient display sans with softened, superellipse-based shapes that read warm and approachable. Its simplified joins and rounded terminals prioritize consistency and visual punch, aiming for a distinctive, characterful look in prominent sizes.
In running text the narrow set and heavy color create strong typographic presence and a dense gray, which can be effective for impact but may feel tight at smaller sizes. The superelliptical curves give rounds a subtly squared character, helping maintain clarity while preserving a distinctly soft, friendly silhouette.