Inline Doho 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, logos, packaging, retro, circus, playful, bold, graphic, attention grabbing, vintage display, sign style, layered, outlined, blocky, rounded, high-impact.
A heavy, geometric sans with squared terminals and softly rounded corners, built from solid forms interrupted by a consistent inline cut that creates a layered, sign-paint-like effect. Curves are broad and even (notably in C, O, S, and 0), while verticals and diagonals keep a sturdy, poster-oriented stance. Counters are generous and the inline follows the stroke path with fairly uniform spacing, producing clear interior rhythm across both uppercase and lowercase. Numerals match the same construction, with rounded bowls and prominent straight segments that keep the set cohesive.
Best suited to display sizes where the inline detail can be appreciated—posters, event graphics, storefront or wayfinding-style signage, and bold brand marks. It can work for short bursts of text (subheads, pull quotes) but is most effective when used sparingly as an accent face.
The inline carving and chunky proportions give the face a show-card, carnival, and vintage display feeling—confident, upbeat, and attention-seeking. It reads as intentionally decorative rather than utilitarian, suggesting classic storefront lettering and mid-century poster typography.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a classic inline treatment, pairing sturdy geometric letterforms with a carved highlight to evoke vintage lettering and theatrical display typography.
Stroke joins are clean and largely monolinear in feel, with the inline acting as the primary detail that adds depth without adding contrast. Lowercase forms remain simple and sturdy, and the overall texture stays consistent in longer text samples, where the inline detail creates a subtle striped shimmer.