Distressed Kyvu 3 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AG Book Rounded W1G' by Berthold and 'Swiss 721' by Bitstream (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, labels, stickers, grunge, handmade, playful, rustic, inked, add texture, evoke print wear, diy feel, casual display, rough-edged, blobby, chalky, soft-cornered, stamped.
A chunky, rounded sans with an intentionally uneven, organic outline. Strokes are heavy and fairly uniform, but the edges are mottled and bumpy, as if made with a sponge, worn stamp, or rough ink spread on porous paper. Counters are open and simplified, terminals are soft rather than sharp, and proportions vary slightly from glyph to glyph, creating a lively, imperfect rhythm. Overall spacing feels generous and the shapes stay readable despite the surface texture.
Best suited for display use: posters, headlines, album or event graphics, and branded collateral that benefits from a tactile, worn-in look. It also works well for packaging, labels, and craft-themed designs where a rough, printed texture adds personality.
The texture and wobble give it a casual, crafty energy—more handmade than engineered. It reads as friendly and slightly messy, with a tactile, analog feel that suggests rough printing, DIY signage, or distressed packaging.
Likely designed to mimic distressed, imperfect ink application while keeping a simple, rounded letter skeleton for clarity. The goal appears to be an approachable display face that delivers texture and character without sacrificing basic legibility.
The distressed effect is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, with speckled-looking contours rather than interior noise. The character set shown maintains clear letter identities, making it suitable for short blocks of text at larger sizes where the edge detail can be appreciated.