Sans Other Selo 16 is a bold, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Logx 20' by Fontsphere, 'Stallman Round' by Par Défaut, and 'Robolt' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, signage, logotypes, industrial, techno, retro, architectural, utilitarian, space saving, high impact, systematic geometry, signage voice, condensed, square, angular, modular, geometric.
A condensed, all-caps-forward sans with a modular, rectilinear construction and tight internal spacing. Strokes are consistently heavy with crisp right-angle turns, producing squared counters and flat terminals throughout. Curves are largely suppressed in favor of straight segments, giving letters and numerals a stencil-like, engineered rhythm; round forms (like O and Q) read as squared ovals with rigid corners. The lowercase follows the same narrow, angular logic and keeps a compact, practical footprint, with simplified bowls and minimal modulation.
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging accents, logotypes, and wayfinding where a compact, high-impact voice is needed. It also works well for tech-themed interfaces, sports or industrial branding, and title cards that benefit from a rigid, geometric texture.
The overall tone is industrial and technical, with a strong retro-futurist flavor reminiscent of signage, terminals, and utilitarian labeling. Its rigid geometry and compressed proportions project efficiency, control, and a slightly authoritarian edge rather than warmth or friendliness.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in minimal horizontal space, using a strict rectilinear system to create a distinctive, engineered identity. It prioritizes graphic consistency and a strong silhouette over conventional text softness, making it ideal for assertive display typography.
The font’s narrow set width and blocky shapes create strong vertical emphasis and high impact in short strings. In longer text the tight apertures and squared counters can feel dense, so spacing and size become important for maintaining clarity.