Outline Ilpy 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, kids media, playful, retro, friendly, whimsical, cartoonish, decorative impact, playful branding, retro display, headline emphasis, rounded, puffy, outlined, bubbly, soft-cornered.
A fully outlined, hollow display face with a thick outer contour and an inner counter line that closely follows the letterforms, creating a double-line, sticker-like effect. Shapes are rounded and softly cornered with gently bulging strokes, giving the alphabet a puffy silhouette rather than a rigid geometric feel. Proportions are lively and slightly irregular in rhythm, with compact joins and open counters that remain clear despite the decorative inline. The figures and punctuation adopt the same outlined construction, keeping the set visually consistent in headings and short lines.
Best suited for headlines, posters, and display settings where the outlined, hollow construction can be appreciated. It works well for playful branding, packaging, event graphics, and signage that aims for a friendly, retro-leaning voice, and can add character to short pull quotes or title treatments.
The overall tone is upbeat and nostalgic, evoking hand-drawn signage and playful packaging. Its soft edges and outlined construction read as approachable and fun, with a lighthearted, cartoon-leaning personality that feels more casual than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum personality through an outlined, inflatable silhouette—prioritizing charm and visibility over neutrality. The consistent double-contour treatment suggests a focus on decorative impact for display typography rather than extended text reading.
The outline-and-inline structure creates strong presence at larger sizes, where the hollow interior becomes a key part of the texture. At smaller sizes the inner line may visually compete with details, so it benefits from generous sizing and sufficient contrast against the background.