Sans Other Bumof 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, quirky, friendly, retro, casual, lively, add warmth, increase distinctiveness, friendly legibility, retro flavor, soft corners, flared terminals, wedge joins, open apertures, generous counters.
This sans shows a compact, sturdy construction with softly rounded curves and subtle, wedge-like flares at many stroke endings. Strokes feel slightly calligraphic in the way they taper into angled terminals, giving the outlines a carved or cut-paper quality rather than a purely geometric rhythm. Curves are full and open (notably in C, G, S, and e), while verticals remain steady and upright, creating a clear baseline and a consistent texture in text. The lowercase is large and prominent, with simple, single-storey forms and an overall emphasis on legibility through open apertures and ample counters.
It works best where personality is welcome: headlines, display copy, packaging, branding accents, and short-to-medium signage text. The large lowercase and open forms also make it a good candidate for UI headings or editorial pull quotes where a friendly, distinctive sans is needed without sacrificing clarity.
The tone is warm and a bit idiosyncratic, balancing straightforward readability with playful, hand-touched details. The flared terminals and slightly irregular angles add personality that reads as approachable and mildly retro rather than strictly corporate or technical.
The design appears intended to be an everyday sans with extra character, achieved through flared terminals, softened geometry, and lively angles. It aims to stand apart from neutral grotesks while staying readable and coherent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.
Capitals have a confident, sign-like presence, while the lowercase keeps the texture friendly and informal. Numerals are bold and clear with rounded bowls and angled joins, matching the overall terminal treatment and making them feel well integrated with the letters.