Sans Superellipse Etbok 11 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Fester' by Fontfabric, 'Motorway' by K-Type, 'Otoiwo Grotesk' by Pepper Type, 'Amfibia' and 'Karibu' by ROHH, 'Breuer Condensed' by TypeTrust, and 'Gineso' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, sporty, dynamic, confident, modern, urgent, impact, motion, space-saving, modernity, clarity, oblique, compact, rounded, sturdy, high-impact.
This typeface is a compact, oblique sans with heavy strokes and smooth, rounded geometry throughout. Curves are built from soft superellipse-like forms, giving letters a blunt, cushioned feel rather than sharp terminals. Counters are relatively tight and the overall rhythm is dense and forward-leaning, with clean joins and minimal stroke modulation. The lowercase shows simple, utilitarian construction with rounded bowls and short, efficient terminals, while numerals are robust and tightly drawn to match the set’s compact width.
It suits headlines, short promotional copy, and brand marks that need speed and impact in limited horizontal space. The bold, condensed voice also works well for packaging callouts, event graphics, and sports or fitness-themed communications where a dynamic, modern tone is desirable.
The overall tone is energetic and assertive, with a strong sense of motion from the slant and a punchy, no-nonsense color on the page. Its rounded shapes keep it approachable, but the compact proportions and weight push it toward performance-oriented, attention-grabbing communication.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum visual punch with a compact footprint, combining a forward-leaning stance with rounded, modern shapes for a contemporary, energetic voice.
Round letters like O, Q, and 0 read as vertically emphasized ovals with softened corners, reinforcing the superellipse character. The slant is consistent across cases and figures, and the bold massing holds together well in short phrases and display settings.