Shadow Bafi 7 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, stickers, playful, comic, retro, bold, quirky, dimensional impact, attention grabbing, friendly display, retro signage, outlined, inline, drop shadow, rounded, chunky.
A chunky, upright display face built from rounded-rectangle forms with softened corners and slightly irregular, hand-cut geometry. The letterforms are drawn as bold outlines with a hollow interior, and an offset, solid shadow mass sits behind and to one side, creating a consistent dimensional effect. Strokes are high-contrast in the sense of heavy exterior contour versus open counters, with compact apertures and generally tight internal space. Proportions are tall with a large x-height and short ascenders/descenders, producing a dense, blocky rhythm across words.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short display settings where the hollow outline and shadow can read clearly. It can work well for playful branding, packaging, event promos, stickers, and social graphics that benefit from a bold, dimensional look. For longer text, larger sizes and generous tracking help keep counters and shadow overlaps from feeling crowded.
The combination of hollow outlines and a punchy offset shadow reads as upbeat and attention-seeking, with a vintage sign-painting and comic-title energy. Its slightly wobbly contours add a casual, friendly tone rather than a strictly geometric one, making the overall voice feel fun, informal, and a bit mischievous.
The design appears intended to deliver an immediate 3D/shadowed impact while keeping interiors open through a hollow construction. Its rounded, slightly irregular forms prioritize character and friendliness over strict precision, aiming for high visibility and a nostalgic display feel.
The shadow is a prominent part of the silhouette and can visually thicken joins and terminals, especially in small sizes or tight spacing. Round shapes (O, Q, 0) and straight-sided forms (E, F, T) maintain the same outlined-plus-shadow construction, giving the set a cohesive, poster-like texture.