Outline Ilpi 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, kids branding, playful, vintage, whimsical, storybook, handcrafted, decorative display, retro charm, playful branding, lightweight feel, flared serifs, rounded terminals, inline outline, bouncy rhythm, soft corners.
A decorative outline face built from a single, even contour that traces each letterform, creating a hollow, airy interior. The forms are upright with gently flared, serif-like ends and rounded corners, giving strokes a soft, slightly rubbery feel rather than crisp geometry. Curves are generous and circular (notably in bowls and numerals), while straights show subtle swelling and taper through the terminals, producing a lively, hand-drawn rhythm. Proportions feel traditional with relatively small lowercase bodies and prominent ascenders/descenders, and the set maintains consistent contour thickness and spacing across letters and figures.
Ideal for display use such as posters, headlines, event titles, packaging, and brand marks where an outlined, handcrafted look adds personality. It also suits invitations, signage, and playful editorial callouts, especially when set at medium to large sizes to preserve the open outline clarity.
The overall tone is lighthearted and nostalgic, reminiscent of old-time display lettering on packaging, circus posters, and children’s book headings. Its hollow outline and friendly curves make it feel approachable and whimsical, with a touch of quaint, retro charm rather than sleek modernity.
The font appears designed to deliver a friendly, vintage-leaning display voice by combining a hollow outline construction with soft, flared terminals and rounded contours. The intention seems to prioritize character and decorative impact over dense text readability, offering an expressive, ornamental alternative to solid display romans.
Because the design relies on an open contour rather than filled strokes, the face reads best when given enough size and breathing room; tighter settings can make counters and internal spacing feel busy. The numerals and capitals carry the strongest personality and work well as attention-getting elements.