Distressed Irmul 11 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A compact, upright text face with irregular, inked outlines and softly swollen terminals that create a gently distressed silhouette. Strokes stay fairly even in weight while wobbling subtly from letter to letter, suggesting hand-rendered or rough-printed production. Counters are rounded and somewhat tight, with occasional pinch points and uneven joins that add texture without collapsing legibility. The overall rhythm is lively and slightly bouncy, with small variations in width and curve tension across the alphabet and numerals.
Well-suited for display and short-to-medium text where a tactile, handmade feel is desired, such as posters, packaging, labels, café menus, and playful branding. It can also work for book covers or promotional headlines where a lightly worn print texture adds personality. For best results, give it ample spacing and avoid very small sizes where the rough edge detail may visually fill in.
The font conveys a casual, personable tone—like a hand-inked poster or a well-worn print pulled from imperfect plates. Its soft, blotted edges feel friendly rather than aggressive, giving it a nostalgic, craft-forward character. The texture reads as intentionally imperfect, adding charm and approachability to short messages and display copy.
The design appears intended to mimic imperfect ink and worn printing while staying readable and coherent across a full basic set of letters and digits. Its controlled irregularity suggests a deliberate balance between charm and usability, providing a distinctive texture without relying on extreme distortion.
The lowercase shows a simple, handwritten sensibility with rounded bowls and compact proportions, while capitals retain the same irregular edge treatment for a cohesive voice. Numerals follow the same softened, slightly wavy construction, helping mixed text feel consistent. Texture is present at typical text sizes and becomes more prominent as the font is enlarged.