Sans Superellipse Pylem 14 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, book covers, quirky, bookish, friendly, retro, space-saving, friendly modernity, distinctive branding, retro flavor, soft-cornered, condensed, rounded, lively, informal.
A condensed, soft-cornered sans with subtly flared terminals and gently tapered strokes that keep contrast minimal. Curves are built from rounded-rectangle logic, giving bowls and counters a superelliptical, slightly squared feel rather than perfect circles. Proportions are compact and vertical, with a tall lowercase that keeps words standing upright and economical. Overall spacing reads even and rhythmic, while small idiosyncrasies in joins and terminals add a handmade, lively texture without becoming decorative.
Best suited to headlines, short passages, and prominent text where its condensed rhythm and friendly geometry can be seen. It works well for branding, packaging, posters, and book-cover titling, and can also handle brief editorial pull quotes or signage where space is limited.
The font feels approachable and slightly quirky—like a modern take on mid‑century display lettering. Its narrow stance and softened geometry create an upbeat, personable tone that can read as both nostalgic and contemporary depending on setting and color.
The design appears intended to blend efficient, space-saving proportions with softened, superelliptical forms for a distinctive but legible voice. It aims for a clean sans foundation while introducing subtle terminal shaping to keep the texture warm and memorable.
Uppercase forms stay clean and simple with restrained detailing, while lowercase and numerals carry more character through rounded corners and gentle tapers. The condensed width makes long lines feel compact, and the superelliptical counters help maintain clarity in tight settings.