Distressed Diha 2 is a regular weight, narrow, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book covers, posters, packaging, headlines, branding, whimsical, storybook, handcrafted, vintage, playful, handmade feel, thematic display, vintage charm, playful tone, inked, sketchy, wobbly, bouncy, brushy.
A lively, hand-drawn display face with tall, narrow proportions and an uneven, organic rhythm. Strokes show pronounced thick–thin modulation and slightly wobbly verticals, with rounded terminals and occasional hooked or flared endings. Curves and joins feel loosely brushed, with subtle texture and small inconsistencies that suggest imperfect inking or worn printing. Uppercase forms are simple and open, while lowercase adds more personality through quirky bowls, asymmetrical shoulders, and varied stroke endings; figures follow the same animated, handwritten logic.
Best suited to display typography where its hand-inked texture and animated shapes can be appreciated—book covers, posters, themed branding, packaging, and short headlines. It can also work for pull quotes or titles in craft- or retro-leaning layouts, especially when paired with a calmer text face for body copy.
The overall tone is playful and whimsical, evoking a storybook or craft aesthetic rather than a polished editorial voice. Its irregularity reads as friendly and human, with a lightly vintage, printed-by-hand feeling that adds charm and informality.
The letterforms appear designed to capture a handmade, slightly worn print impression: expressive high-contrast strokes, casual construction, and purposeful imperfections that create warmth and personality. The intention seems to prioritize charm and thematic flavor over neutrality or strict typographic regularity.
The design maintains a coherent texture across letters and numerals, but intentionally resists strict uniformity: widths fluctuate, counters vary in size, and baseline/overshoot behavior feels loosely controlled. The high contrast and textured edges increase character at larger sizes while making the face feel less suited to small, dense settings.