Distressed Fave 9 is a very bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Soft' by Artegra, 'Grupi Sans' by Dikas Studio, 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, stickers, playful, handmade, cartoonish, friendly, quirky, playful display, handmade texture, bold impact, informal tone, rounded, blobby, inky, textured, soft corners.
A chunky, rounded display face with inflated, blobby letterforms and a loose, hand-drawn rhythm. Strokes are thick with soft terminals and uneven contours, showing subtle wobble and ink-like texture along edges and within counters. Proportions vary from glyph to glyph, with slightly irregular widths and lively shapes that prioritize personality over strict geometric consistency. The overall silhouette stays compact and heavy, with open, simple counters and clear, upright construction.
Best suited for short-to-medium display copy such as posters, headlines, product packaging, and playful branding where texture and personality are an asset. It can work for kids-oriented content, comic-style titles, and social graphics, especially at sizes that let the inky distress read clearly.
The font reads as upbeat and approachable, with a playful, cartoon energy. Its inky texture and imperfect outlines add a casual, handmade feel that suggests humor and spontaneity rather than formality.
Likely designed to deliver a bold, fun display look with an intentionally imperfect, inked texture. The goal appears to be strong visual impact paired with a casual, handmade warmth that feels lively and informal.
The distressed detailing appears as small nicks, bumps, and mottled patches in the black areas, which will become more noticeable at larger sizes. Round letters (like O and Q) and curved joins emphasize a soft, bubbly voice, while angular forms (like K, V, W, X) remain rounded at the tips, keeping the tone consistently friendly.