Sans Superellipse Olbin 9 is a bold, normal width, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nomenclatur' by Aronetiv, 'NeoGram' by The Northern Block, and 'Artico' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, friendly, playful, approachable, retro, chunky, softened impact, display clarity, friendly branding, retro modernity, soft corners, rounded terminals, squat proportions, high contrast-less, sturdy.
A heavy, monoline sans with softly squared, superellipse-like curves and consistently rounded corners throughout. Strokes are thick and even, with generous interior counters that keep forms readable despite the weight. Proportions lean slightly squat and compact, with a stable baseline and simple, straight-sided construction in many letters, softened by curved joins and rounded terminals. The overall rhythm is sturdy and even, favoring clear silhouettes over sharp detail.
Best suited to display roles where its chunky shapes and soft corners can carry personality—headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks. It can also work for short UI labels or signage where high stroke weight and clear, rounded silhouettes help maintain quick recognition.
The rounded-rectangle geometry gives the face a friendly, informal tone that feels playful and slightly retro. Its weight and soft corners read as approachable and robust rather than technical or delicate, making the texture feel warm and confident on the page.
The design appears intended to merge strong, high-impact letterforms with softened geometry, producing a readable display sans that feels welcoming rather than austere. Its superellipse-driven rounding suggests a focus on contemporary friendliness with a hint of mid-century, sign-painter solidity.
Uppercase forms are particularly blocky and sign-like, while lowercase remains simple and workmanlike with minimal flourish. Numerals match the same rounded, sturdy logic, maintaining consistent stroke weight and corner treatment for a cohesive set.