Sans Superellipse Olrik 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Resolve Sans' by Fenotype, 'Panton' by Fontfabric, 'Applied Sans' by Monotype, and 'PF Das Grotesk Pro' by Parachute (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, retro, playful, approachable, chunky, approachability, display impact, nostalgia, brand character, signage clarity, rounded corners, soft terminals, blunted strokes, compact counters, rubbery.
A heavy, rounded sans with superellipse-inspired bowls and corners that read as softly squared rather than purely circular. Strokes are thick and even with low apparent contrast, and many terminals end in blunted, slightly softened cuts that give the outlines a subtly hand-hewn feel. Counters are relatively compact, apertures tend to be narrow, and curves join stems with smooth, inflated transitions. Overall spacing feels steady but with enough width variation to keep the rhythm lively in text.
Well-suited to headlines and short blocks of copy where a bold, friendly voice is needed—posters, packaging, storefront signage, and brand marks. It can also work for UI accents or labels when you want warmth and approachability, though the compact apertures suggest avoiding very small sizes for dense text.
The tone is warm and informal, with a nostalgic, mid-century display energy that feels cheerful rather than strict. Its chunky forms and softened corners convey friendliness and a slightly quirky personality, making it more expressive than utilitarian.
The design appears intended to blend geometric, superellipse-like structure with softened, slightly irregular finishing to create an approachable display sans. It aims for strong impact and clear silhouettes while keeping the mood casual and personable.
Uppercase forms stay simple and geometric, while lowercase shows more idiosyncrasy—especially in letters like a, g, and y—which adds character in longer phrases. Numerals are sturdy and rounded with consistent color, suited to attention-grabbing settings.