Distressed Rores 1 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Corsica' by AVP, 'Cosmic Dream Sans' by Carpiola Studio, 'Gotham' by Hoefler & Co., 'Avenir Next' and 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, and 'Eastman Condensed' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, merchandise, rugged, playful, vintage, gritty, handmade, instant texture, vintage wear, bold impact, print effect, casual display, rounded, blunt, textured, chunky, compact.
A heavy, rounded sans with compact, blocky proportions and blunt terminals. Counters are generally small and the shapes lean toward simple geometric forms with softly curved shoulders and broad strokes. A consistent distressed texture appears as scattered chips and worn patches inside the strokes, giving the impression of imperfect ink coverage or abraded letterforms. Uppercase and lowercase maintain a sturdy, poster-like rhythm, with a single-storey “a” and “g” and straightforward, robust numerals.
Well suited for bold headlines and short display copy on posters, labels, and packaging where a worn, tactile look is desirable. It also fits stickers, merchandise graphics, and social media promos that benefit from a rugged, screen-printed vibe. For longer passages, it works best in larger sizes with generous spacing to preserve the distressed detail.
The overall tone feels tough and informal—like stamped or screen-printed lettering that’s been weathered through use. The distress adds grit and character while the rounded construction keeps it friendly and approachable rather than aggressive. It suggests vintage utility, DIY craft, and casual display energy.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, high-impact display voice while adding instant character through a consistent distressed overlay. Its rounded, sturdy construction prioritizes punchy readability, and the wear pattern supplies a pre-aged, imperfect print aesthetic without needing additional effects.
The texture is embedded across the glyphs rather than just roughened edges, so large sizes emphasize the worn pattern. The font reads best when the distressed detail has room to show; at smaller sizes the texture may visually fill in and reduce clarity.