Sans Rounded Elmi 2 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, kids media, playful, friendly, bubbly, retro, approachability, high impact, brand warmth, display clarity, rounded, soft, chunky, cute, bouncy.
A heavy, rounded sans with smooth, monoline strokes and generously softened corners throughout. The glyphs lean on simple geometric construction—circular bowls, pill-shaped stems, and curved joins—creating a compact, bubbly silhouette. Counters are relatively small and enclosed, and many letters feature deep, rounded inktraps or notches at joins that enhance the soft, cartoon-like feel. Spacing reads open and even in text, with a steady rhythm driven by repeated curves and consistent stroke weight.
Best suited to display sizes where its soft shapes and dense weight can create strong, friendly impact—logos, product packaging, posters, and social graphics. It also works well for children’s media or casual lifestyle branding where an approachable tone is important, and can be used for short bursts of UI or labeling when set with ample size and spacing.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a toy-like softness that feels lighthearted rather than formal. Its rounded forms and chunky color give it a nostalgic, mid-century/retro display energy while staying clean and contemporary enough for modern branding.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum warmth and legibility through rounded terminals, simple geometry, and a confident dark presence. Its consistent stroke and playful join details suggest a focus on friendly display typography that remains clean and cohesive in words and short phrases.
Distinctive rounded details show up in characters like the single-storey “a” and “g,” the soft-shouldered “m/n,” and the curvy, friendly numerals. The “w” is notably wide and rounded, and several joins form small interior scoops that add personality without introducing sharp edges.