Groovy Ihda 12 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, album art, playful, groovy, bubbly, friendly, retro, retro flavor, playful display, psychedelic mood, handmade feel, blobby, soft-edged, organic, rounded, lumpy.
A heavy, soft-edged display face built from bulbous, liquid-like strokes and inflated terminals. Letterforms are highly rounded with irregular swelling and pinched joins, creating an intentionally uneven rhythm across the alphabet. Counters are small and often teardrop-shaped, and curves dominate over straight segments, giving even angular structures a melted, sculpted feel. The overall silhouette is compact and chunky, with simple construction and generous internal rounding that keeps forms smooth rather than sharp.
Best suited for short display settings where personality matters more than precision—posters, punchy headlines, product packaging, stickers, and playful branding moments. It also works well for event graphics or retro-inspired layouts when set large with comfortable tracking to preserve readability.
The font conveys a cheerful, carefree tone with a distinct retro, psychedelic warmth. Its wavy, hand-formed shapes feel humorous and approachable, leaning into a whimsical “melting” aesthetic that reads as fun rather than formal.
The design appears intended to evoke a 60s–70s-inspired, groovy sensibility through exaggerated roundness and liquid, irregular modulation. It prioritizes bold, memorable shapes and a handcrafted feel for attention-grabbing display typography.
Spacing and widths feel intentionally inconsistent, enhancing the handmade, poster-like character. At smaller sizes the tiny counters and heavy mass can reduce clarity, while at larger sizes the quirky contours and distinctive blobs become the main attraction.