Distressed Itlas 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acumin' by Adobe and 'Applied Sans' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, merch, branding, grunge, handmade, rugged, retro, playful, add texture, evoke printwear, sound rugged, feel handmade, create impact, roughened, inked, weathered, blotchy, organic.
A heavy, compact sans with subtly uneven proportions and deliberately roughened contours. Strokes are sturdy with mostly squared terminals, while edges show chipping, scuffing, and ink-bleed artifacts that create speckled interiors and irregular silhouettes. Rounds (O, C, G) are slightly squarish and lumpy, and the overall rhythm is lively due to small variations in stroke thickness and glyph widths. The lowercase is straightforward and highly legible, with simple forms and a single-story a and g, giving the face an approachable, utilitarian texture.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings where texture is an asset: posters, album or event graphics, streetwear and merch, craft beverage or food packaging, and rugged brand marks. It can also work for subheads and pull quotes at comfortable sizes where the distressed details remain clear.
The font projects a gritty, printed-by-hand energy—like worn lettering from a screen print, stamp, or aged poster. Its rough texture adds attitude and authenticity, balancing toughness with a casual, slightly playful tone.
Designed to deliver a strong, straightforward sans skeleton while adding character through controlled distressing and ink-like imperfections. The intention appears to be creating an authentic, weathered print look that feels handmade and attention-grabbing in display typography.
Distressing is consistent across letters and numerals, reading as surface wear rather than random deformation. The texture remains visible even in larger text, where the mottled counters and chipped edges become a defining stylistic feature.