Distressed Ekmo 10 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AG Royal' by Berthold, 'Panton Rust' by Fontfabric, 'Kind Sans' by Gravitype, 'Foro Sans' by Hoftype, and 'Motiva Sans' by Plau (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, branding, headlines, labels, playful, handmade, rustic, friendly, retro, handcrafted feel, vintage print, casual display, bold impact, rounded, blobby, chunky, textured, inked.
A heavy, rounded display face with simplified, blocky letterforms and softly irregular contours. Strokes feel hand-formed rather than mechanically drawn, with slightly uneven edges and a speckled, worn texture across filled areas that suggests rough ink or aged print. Counters are generally open and uncomplicated, terminals are blunt, and curves are generously swollen, producing a compact, chunky silhouette. Spacing appears sturdy and forgiving, supporting short words and headlines where the texture and mass can read clearly.
Well-suited to display typography in posters, packaging, and brand marks that want a warm, handcrafted feel. It also works well for labels, seasonal promotions, and merchandise graphics where a bold, textured wordmark is desirable. Use with restraint in longer passages, reserving it for titles, short calls to action, or accent text.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a crafty, tactile quality that reads as informal and human. The distressed surface adds a vintage, screen-printed attitude—more cozy and rustic than aggressive—evoking handmade signage, packaged goods, and playful throwback graphics.
This font appears designed to deliver a bold, friendly message with an intentionally worn, printed character. Its rounded geometry and consistent distressing prioritize personality and tactile presence over strict precision, aiming for a handcrafted, retro-leaning display voice.
Texture is prominent and becomes a key part of the letter identity, so very small sizes or low-contrast backgrounds may reduce clarity. The weight and rounded construction create strong spot shapes, making the face particularly effective when used sparingly and given room to breathe.