Distressed Emlun 10 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AT Move Skewy' by André Toet Design, 'Pantograph' by Colophon Foundry, 'Hanley Pro' by District 62 Studio, 'Ciutadella Rounded' by Emtype Foundry, 'Otter' by Hemphill Type, and 'Noyh' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, children's, stickers, playful, handmade, gritty, retro, casual, expressive display, handmade feel, rough print, playful branding, vintage charm, rounded, blobby, inky, soft corners, textured.
A heavy, rounded display face with soft, bulbous terminals and simplified, friendly letter construction. Strokes feel marker- or brush-like, with uneven contouring and speckled interior texture that suggests rough printing or worn ink. Counters are generally small and irregular, and curves dominate over sharp joins, giving the alphabet a bouncy, organic rhythm. Numerals match the chunky proportions and retain the same distressed surface pattern for consistent color on the page.
Best suited to short, attention-grabbing copy such as posters, splashy headings, product packaging, labels, and merch graphics where a playful, tactile look is desired. It can also work for kid-oriented or hobby/craft branding, as well as event promos that benefit from a friendly, rough-printed aesthetic.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a tactile, handmade character that reads as imperfect in an intentional way. The rough texture adds a slightly grungy, vintage craft feel, balancing cuteness with edge and making the voice feel informal and lively.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, friendly display voice with a deliberately worn, inky texture—capturing the immediacy of hand-drawn lettering while retaining the consistency of a cohesive font. Its rounded forms and distressed finish suggest a focus on expressive impact and a casual, crafted personality in branding and headline settings.
In longer text, the dense weight and small counters create a strong, poster-like presence rather than a quiet reading texture. The speckling and roughness become more noticeable at larger sizes, where the distressed details read as a deliberate graphic effect.