Sans Other Ipba 7 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'JollyGood Proper' and 'JollyGood Sans' by Letradora (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s media, branding, playful, friendly, quirky, casual, chunky, approachability, display impact, playfulness, informal voice, rounded, soft corners, bouncy, handmade, cartoonish.
A heavy, soft-edged sans with simplified geometry and rounded terminals. Strokes are broadly even, with gentle swelling and a slightly irregular, hand-cut feel that keeps counters open and shapes readable. Curves tend toward near-circular forms (notably in O/C/G), while diagonals in letters like A, V, W, X, and Y lean slightly for a lively rhythm. Lowercase forms are compact with a single-storey a and g, a short-armed t, and a robust, bulb-like dot on i/j; overall spacing feels generous and the silhouette reads wide and sturdy.
Best suited to headlines, short blurbs, packaging, and identity work where a bold, friendly tone is desired. It performs particularly well in playful branding, kids-oriented materials, and attention-grabbing display settings where its chunky shapes and open counters can carry impact.
The letterforms project an upbeat, informal tone—more personable than neutral—balancing bold presence with an approachable, childlike charm. Its subtle irregularities and rounded construction give it a friendly, comedic voice suited to lighthearted communication.
The design appears intended as a characterful display sans that prioritizes warmth and recognizability over strict geometric precision. Its rounded terminals, simplified constructions, and lively rhythm suggest a goal of approachable, fun-forward typography for prominent, expressive text.
Distinctive quirks include a blocky, footed I, a simple, open J with a rounded hook, and rounded numerals with soft joins (especially 2, 3, and 5). The texture remains consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, producing a cohesive, poster-ready color at larger sizes.