Sans Superellipse Meho 5 is a very bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sztos' by Machalski, 'Uniform Italic' by Miller Type Foundry, 'Akwe Pro' by ROHH, 'East' by Tarallo Design, 'Gnuolane' by Typodermic, and 'Cervino' by Typoforge Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sportswear, retro, sporty, friendly, punchy, playful, impact, motion, approachability, retro flavor, compactness, rounded, slanted, soft-cornered, compact, bouncy.
This typeface is a heavy, compact italic sans with rounded, superellipse-like construction and softened terminals throughout. Strokes maintain a steady, low-contrast thickness, while counters stay relatively tight, giving the letters a dense, punchy color on the page. The slant is consistent and energetic, with smooth curves and pill-shaped joins that create a bouncy rhythm across words. Figures follow the same rounded, condensed logic, reading as sturdy and cohesive alongside the letters.
Best suited to headlines and short, high-impact text where its heavy, rounded slant can carry personality—such as posters, brand marks, packaging callouts, and energetic campaign graphics. It can also work well for sports or entertainment-themed titling, where a compact, forward-leaning rhythm helps suggest motion and confidence.
The overall tone feels upbeat and approachable, mixing a retro sign-painting flavor with a sporty, contemporary snap. Its rounded geometry and confident weight convey friendliness and momentum rather than precision or austerity.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact in a compact footprint while staying friendly through rounded, superellipse-based shapes. The consistent slant and soft terminals emphasize speed and approachability, aiming for bold display readability with a playful, retro-leaning character.
The bold massing and tight interior spaces make it most effective when given enough size and breathing room. In longer lines, the strong slant and compact forms create a fast visual cadence that can feel lively but also visually busy at small sizes.