Distressed Koho 2 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bluteau Sans' by DSType, 'Telder HT Pro' by Huerta Tipográfica, 'Rooney Sans' by Jan Fromm, 'Morandi' by Monotype, 'Qamari Sans' by NamelaType, 'PF Centro Sans Pro' by Parachute, 'Tabac Sans' by Suitcase Type Foundry, and 'Adora Normal PRO' by preussTYPE (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, branding, signage, rustic, handmade, playful, gritty, retro, handmade feel, vintage texture, bold impact, casual tone, brushy, roughened, inked, textured, bouncy.
A heavy, forward-leaning display face with brush-like strokes and visibly roughened edges that suggest ink drag and worn printing. Stems vary in thickness with pronounced contrast between thick bodies and thinner joins, and many terminals end bluntly with slight tapering. Letterforms are compact and rounded with soft corners, while counters are uneven and organic. Spacing and widths feel irregular in a deliberate way, creating a lively rhythm that reads clearly at larger sizes but retains its textured character.
Well-suited for posters, bold headlines, labels, and packaging where a tactile, handcrafted presence is desired. It also works for branding marks and short signage applications, especially when the goal is to communicate an artisanal or rugged personality rather than pristine neutrality.
The overall tone is handmade and informal, mixing a rugged, work-worn texture with a friendly, upbeat slant. It evokes craft signage and printed ephemera, giving messages a casual confidence and a slightly rebellious, gritty charm.
The design appears intended to simulate bold hand-painted or stamped lettering with authentic imperfections, combining energetic italic motion with a deliberately worn surface. Its goal is impact and character, prioritizing texture and personality over smooth, text-oriented refinement.
Uppercase forms are sturdy and simplified, while lowercase adds more bounce and personality, reinforcing a hand-rendered feel. Numerals are similarly weighty and rounded, keeping the texture consistent across the set. The distressed detailing is strong enough to be a defining feature, so it benefits from adequate size and contrast in use.