Distressed Ebfe 2 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Mustica Pro' by Alifinart Studio, 'Almarose' by S&C Type, 'Core Sans C' by S-Core, and 'Caros' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, merch, rugged, energetic, retro, playful, diy, vintage print, worn texture, bold impact, analog feel, textured, grunge, slanted, chunky, punchy.
A heavy, slanted display face with compact, rounded forms and strongly simplified construction. Strokes are thick with noticeable internal speckling and chipped edges that mimic worn ink or rough printing, creating an uneven fill rather than a clean solid. Counters tend to be small and rounded, terminals are blunt, and the overall silhouette reads bold and dense with a lively, slightly bouncy rhythm across letters and numerals.
Best suited to display applications where strong contrast against the background and a weathered texture are desirable, such as posters, event graphics, brand marks, apparel graphics, stickers, and packaging callouts. It works well for short bursts of text—titles, slogans, and promo copy—especially when a gritty, printed look is needed.
The texture and forward lean give it a loud, streetwise attitude—casual, kinetic, and slightly rebellious. It suggests handmade posters, scuffed signage, or vintage printed ephemera where imperfections are part of the charm.
Likely designed to combine a bold italic display structure with an intentionally worn, ink-stamped texture, balancing legibility with a deliberately imperfect surface. The goal appears to be instant visual impact and a tactile, analog feel that reads as printed rather than digitally pristine.
Texture is consistently applied across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, producing a cohesive distressed color at display sizes. The slant and dense shapes can make long passages feel busy, but they create strong impact for short lines and emphatic words.