Distressed Dilu 10 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, branding, posters, invitations, labels, vintage, handmade, elegant, rustic, playful, handwritten feel, vintage texture, display flair, warmth, script, calligraphic, brushed, roughened, textured.
A connected, right-leaning script with calligraphic structure and moderate stroke modulation. Letterforms are narrow-to-open in their internal spacing, with looping caps, tapered entry/exit strokes, and occasional swash-like terminals that add movement. Edges and counters show intentional roughening and slight wobble, producing an inked, worn impression while keeping the core shapes consistent and readable. The x-height appears small relative to the ascenders, and the overall rhythm is fluid with frequent joins and cursive continuity.
Best suited to display settings where its textured script personality can be appreciated: branding marks, product packaging, café or boutique signage, poster headlines, and event pieces like invitations or greeting cards. It works especially well for short lines and titles; for long text, the compact lowercase and textured edges may benefit from generous sizing and spacing.
The texture and lively slant give the face a nostalgic, handcrafted feel—more charming and expressive than formal. It reads like brush-and-ink lettering that has been printed and lightly weathered, balancing refinement with a touch of grit. The result feels personable, vintage-leaning, and slightly theatrical in headlines or short phrases.
Designed to emulate expressive cursive lettering with a deliberately timeworn print texture, combining classic script proportions with an imperfect, hand-applied finish. The intention appears to be adding warmth and character—suggesting heritage, craft, and authenticity—without sacrificing the recognizable flow of a traditional italic script.
Capitals are notably decorative with prominent loops and curved strokes, creating strong word-shape signatures. Numerals follow the same italic, handwritten logic with curled terminals and a consistent textured finish, helping mixed text maintain a unified tone.