Sans Superellipse Lokov 1 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: ui labels, branding, packaging, headlines, posters, friendly, retro, clean, playful, approachable, soft geometry, modernist warmth, distinctive ui, retro-modern, rounded, superelliptic, monoline, soft corners, compact.
A rounded, monoline sans with superellipse-like geometry: straight stems terminate in broad curves, and bowls read as rounded-rectangle forms rather than perfect circles. Corners are consistently softened, producing a smooth, continuous stroke with few sharp joins. Proportions lean compact with slightly condensed internal counters, and the overall rhythm is even and controlled across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.
Works well for interface labels, app branding, and signage where smooth, friendly forms are desirable. Its distinctive rounded-rectangle bowls also suit headlines, logos, and packaging that want a contemporary feel with subtle retro flavor. In longer passages it remains legible, especially at comfortable sizes where the compact counters can breathe.
The soft-cornered construction and squarish curves give the face a friendly, lightly retro tone that feels approachable and modern at the same time. It reads confidently without looking rigid, with a playful warmth that comes from the rounded terminals and simplified forms.
The design appears intended to merge geometric simplicity with a softer, more human-friendly finish by replacing sharp corners and circular bowls with superelliptic, rounded-rectangle forms. The goal seems to be a recognizable, cohesive texture that stays clean in practical use while adding character through its controlled curvature and terminal treatment.
The lowercase shows single‑storey constructions where expected (notably the “a”), and several glyphs emphasize straight-sided bowls (e.g., O/o/0 family) that reinforce the superelliptic theme. Numerals follow the same rounded logic, with a clear, stylized “1” and generously curved “2/3,” supporting a cohesive texture in text settings.