Distressed Irduf 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, book covers, headlines, signage, vintage, handmade, rustic, playful, folksy, analog print feel, add texture, handcrafted tone, nostalgic character, blunt serifs, rough edges, soft corners, inky, weathered.
A sturdy serif design with chunky, blunt terminals and softly rounded corners, rendered with intentionally irregular contours. Strokes show subtle wobble and slight edge wear, as if stamped or printed with imperfect ink, giving counters and joins a gently uneven finish. Proportions are compact with a steady vertical stance, and the letterforms keep a consistent skeleton while allowing small shape variations that create a lively, handcrafted rhythm.
Best suited to display typography where its textured edges and stout serifs can be appreciated—posters, product packaging, labels, book covers, and shop or event signage. It can also work for short pull quotes or section headers when a warm, vintage-leaning voice is desired.
The overall tone feels nostalgic and approachable, with a low-fi, handmade character that suggests analog printing and well-used type. It reads as friendly and slightly quirky rather than formal, balancing sturdiness with casual charm.
The design appears intended to capture the feel of imperfect, traditional printing—like letterpress, rubber stamp, or worn metal type—while retaining a clear, readable serif structure. Its controlled irregularities add personality and tactility without fully breaking the underlying forms.
The distressed texture is expressed through bumpy outlines and softened details rather than heavy erosion, so the silhouette remains clear at display sizes. Numerals and capitals carry the same rugged, rounded treatment, helping headings and short phrases feel cohesive and characterful.