Sans Superellipse Mely 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Rotundus' and 'Rotundus Rounded' by dayflash (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, logos, posters, packaging, sports branding, sporty, retro, friendly, dynamic, confident, impact, speed, compactness, approachability, brand voice, rounded, compact, soft-cornered, oblique, punchy.
A compact, oblique sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened terminals. Strokes are heavy and even, with minimal contrast and a steady, forward-leaning rhythm. Counters are relatively tight, apertures tend toward closed, and curves resolve into superellipse-like bowls rather than true circles. The overall texture is dense and uniform, producing a strong, blocky silhouette with smooth corners and consistent spacing.
Best suited to display settings where impact and momentum matter: headlines, short subheads, logotypes, and branding systems. It can work for compact callouts on packaging or signage, especially where a rounded, athletic look is desired. For longer reading, it performs more comfortably at larger sizes due to its dense color and tight counters.
The font projects a fast, sporty energy with a retro-industrial undertone. Its rounded geometry keeps the tone approachable, while the weight and slant add urgency and confidence. Overall it feels purposeful and upbeat, suited to energetic messaging rather than quiet editorial nuance.
The design appears intended to merge a streamlined, performance-minded italic stance with rounded superellipse forms for a modern yet nostalgic voice. It emphasizes strong silhouettes, compact fit, and smooth corners to stay bold and legible while feeling friendly rather than harsh.
Distinctive shapes show up in the rounded-square O/0 forms and the squared-off bowls in letters like B, P, and R, giving a cohesive "soft tech" feel. Ascenders and descenders are short-to-moderate, supporting tight lines of text, while the italic angle keeps word shapes lively and directional.