Sans Superellipse Iddot 19 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Faculty' by Device, 'FF Signa' and 'FF Signa Round' by FontFont, and 'Byker' by The Northern Block (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, signage, playful, punchy, friendly, retro, chunky, impact, approachability, display clarity, geometric coherence, rounded, soft corners, bulky, compact, sturdy.
A very heavy, rounded sans with a superelliptical construction: bowls and counters feel like rounded rectangles, and corners are consistently softened rather than perfectly circular. Strokes are thick and uniform with little visible modulation, producing dense, dark silhouettes and compact apertures. Terminals are blunt and squared-off, and curves transition into straights with a slightly “scooped” feel that reinforces the geometric, molded look. The lowercase forms are broad and weighty, with short-looking extenders and tight internal space, while the numerals are similarly blocky and built for strong presence.
Best suited to headlines, logos, and short display lines where maximum impact and quick recognition are desired. It also fits packaging, badges, social graphics, and signage that benefits from a friendly, high-contrast-to-background silhouette. For longer copy, it will perform more comfortably at larger sizes with added spacing.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, leaning playful rather than formal. Its chunky geometry gives it a retro, poster-like voice that feels upbeat and attention-grabbing, with a hint of cartoon signage energy.
The design appears intended to deliver strong visual impact through compact, rounded-rect geometry and thick, even strokes. It prioritizes boldness and approachability, aiming for a modern-retro display voice that remains simple and consistent across letters and figures.
At text sizes, the heavy color and tight counters can make long passages feel dense, but the consistent rounding and simple construction keep it clear in short bursts. The design reads especially well when given generous tracking and line spacing to let the interior shapes breathe.