Outline Depe 7 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, retro, playful, airy, graphic, display, outline display, retro tone, brand marking, signage clarity, light presence, monoline, outlined, rounded, geometric, clean.
A clean outlined roman with a single contour line forming each letter, creating an airy, hollow look. Shapes lean geometric with rounded bowls and mostly straight-sided stems; curves are smooth and consistent, while joins stay crisp and uncluttered. Capitals are fairly wide and open, and lowercase forms are simple and readable, with single-storey “a” and “g” and a compact, straightforward “t.” Numerals follow the same open outline construction, with generous counters and clear silhouettes.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where the outlined construction can be appreciated, such as logos, packaging callouts, labels, and signage. It can also work for short UI or social graphics when used at larger sizes with sufficient contrast, but it is less ideal for dense body text.
The open outline treatment gives the face a light, upbeat presence that reads as retro and sign-like without becoming ornamental. Its crisp contours and spacious interiors feel friendly and graphic, lending a playful tone while staying tidy and legible at display sizes.
The design appears intended as a versatile display outline that delivers a light, contemporary-retro look while keeping letterforms conventional enough for easy recognition. The consistent contour and restrained geometry suggest a focus on clean reproduction across print and digital applications where an outlined style is desired.
Because the design is built from outlines rather than filled strokes, it relies on contour clarity and interior space for recognition; it will feel most confident when given enough size (or contrast against the background) for the outlines to hold together. Round letters like O/C/Q emphasize the airy construction, and the overall rhythm remains even across uppercase, lowercase, and figures.