Distressed Konu 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to '210 Gulim' by Design210, Korean Fonts and 'Menco' by Kvant (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, album art, packaging, headlines, event flyers, grunge, rugged, handmade, raw, punchy, add texture, evoke print wear, signal diy, create impact, rough edges, ink bleed, weathered, textured, blotchy.
A chunky, all-caps-and-lowercase design with heavy, uneven strokes and visibly eroded contours. Letterforms are built from simple, largely sans structures, but the outlines wobble and fray, with ragged terminals and occasional interior pitting that suggests ink spread or worn stamping. Curves are slightly irregular and not perfectly symmetrical, while counters stay fairly open for the weight, helping readability despite the texture. Spacing feels lively and organic, with small width fluctuations that reinforce a hand-made, distressed rhythm across lines of text.
Works best for short to medium display text where texture and impact are desirable—posters, music and entertainment graphics, product packaging, stamps/labels, and gritty editorial headlines. It can also add character to pull quotes or section headers when paired with a cleaner companion for body copy.
The overall tone is gritty and utilitarian, evoking rough printing, DIY labeling, and weathered signage. Its imperfect edges and dense color create an assertive, slightly rebellious voice that reads as tactile and human rather than polished or corporate.
Likely drawn to mimic imperfect, analog reproduction—inked lettering, worn rubber stamps, or rough screen/letterpress results—prioritizing atmosphere and punch over pristine geometry. The design intention appears to be delivering a bold, tactile presence with an intentionally degraded surface.
The distressing is consistent across the set, giving a cohesive “printed-through-wear” texture rather than random deformation. Numerals and capitals carry strong, blocky silhouettes that hold up well at display sizes, while smaller sizes will emphasize the grain and edge noise.