Distressed Itliz 1 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Nure' by FSD, 'ITC Blair' by ITC, 'American Auto' by Miller Type Foundry, 'PF Square Sans Condensed Pro' by Parachute, 'Nauman Neue' by The Northern Block, and 'Kommon Grotesk' by TypeK (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, stickers, event promos, grungy, playful, handmade, rugged, retro, add texture, evoke vintage print, create handmade feel, boost impact, rounded, blobby, inked, weathered, stamp-like.
A heavy, rounded display face with soft corners and slightly irregular, hand-cut contours. Strokes are thick and compact, with subtly uneven outlines and scattered interior nicks that create a worn, inked texture. Counters are generally small and dark, contributing to a strong silhouette and punchy color on the page. The overall rhythm is lively and slightly inconsistent, with small variations in stroke heft and terminal shaping that feel intentionally rough rather than geometric.
Best suited to headlines and short display copy in posters, flyers, packaging, and branding where a rugged, handmade texture is desired. It can also work for labels, stickers, and merch graphics, especially when paired with simple supporting type to maintain clarity.
The font reads as tactile and imperfect, suggesting printed ephemera, DIY signage, and rough stamping. Its friendly rounded forms keep the distress from feeling harsh, giving it an approachable, quirky tone with a vintage, lo-fi edge.
The design appears intended to deliver an energetic, bold message while introducing believable wear and print imperfection. It balances strong, rounded letterforms with distressed detailing to evoke a handcrafted, analog look without losing overall legibility.
The texture shows up both along edges and as small speckled voids within strokes, so the face can appear darker at smaller sizes and more characterful when given room. Spacing and shapes feel optimized for short bursts of text where the distressed detail can be appreciated.