Sans Superellipse Lafi 8 is a regular weight, very wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, ui display, posters, sports, futuristic, tech, sleek, sporty, friendly, modernity, speed, clarity, approachability, distinctiveness, rounded, monoline, soft corners, aerodynamic, geometric.
A rounded, geometric sans built from superelliptical curves and softened corners, giving letters a rounded-rectangle skeleton. Strokes are monoline with smooth, continuous joins and a consistent diagonal slant throughout. The design is notably extended in width, with open apertures and generous internal counters, and it relies on simplified construction rather than sharp terminals or complex detailing. Numerals and letters share the same streamlined logic, producing an even, flowing rhythm in text.
Best suited to headlines, logotypes, product branding, and interface titles where a sleek, contemporary voice is needed. It also fits posters and motion or sports-adjacent graphics that benefit from a sense of speed and modernity. For long-form body text, the extended width and strong slant may be more effective in short bursts than in dense paragraphs.
The overall tone feels modern and forward-looking, with an aerodynamic, tech-oriented character. Rounded corners keep it approachable and friendly, while the slanted stance and wide proportions add speed and motion. It reads as clean and engineered rather than expressive or retro.
The design appears intended to deliver a streamlined, futuristic sans with a distinctive superelliptical geometry. By combining wide proportions, rounded-rectangle construction, and a consistent italic flow, it aims to project speed, clarity, and a polished digital aesthetic.
The italic angle is integrated into the shapes (not simply obliqued), and the rounded terminals keep word shapes smooth at larger sizes. Wide letterforms and simplified joins create a distinctive texture that stands out in display settings, while remaining legible due to open counters and clear silhouettes.