Distressed Segi 3 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Mark' and 'FF Mark Paneuropean' by FontFont and 'Core Sans N SC' and 'Core Sans NR' by S-Core (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, merch, stickers, playful, rugged, handmade, quirky, bold, handmade feel, bold impact, tactile texture, informal tone, blunt, chunky, brushy, irregular, textured.
A heavy, all-caps-friendly display sans with chunky strokes and deliberately uneven, hand-rendered contours. Letterforms are built from simple, rounded geometry with flattened terminals and slightly wobbly sides, creating a stamped/brush-painted look. Counters are generously open for the weight, while edges show small nicks and inconsistencies that add texture without collapsing the shapes. Spacing feels sturdy and compact, with a lively rhythm created by minor width and stroke-curve variation across the set.
Well-suited for bold headlines and short statements in posters, branding, packaging, and merchandise where a playful-but-rough texture is desirable. It works especially well for thematic display work—craft, street-food, kids-focused, or retro-inspired collateral—where an intentionally imperfect finish supports the message.
The overall tone is energetic and informal, with a rugged, crafty personality that reads as human-made rather than engineered. Its softened shapes keep it friendly, while the distressed texture adds grit and a DIY attitude.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a friendly silhouette while preserving a tactile, worn/printed texture. Its controlled irregularities suggest a font made to mimic hand-painted or roughly printed lettering for expressive display typography.
In text settings the dark color and textured edges create strong presence but can build visual noise at smaller sizes, making it best when given room to breathe. Numerals and lowercase maintain the same blunt, rounded construction, reinforcing a consistent handmade voice across mixed-case compositions.