Distressed Lona 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Epica Pro' and 'Landa' by Sudtipos (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, book covers, headlines, labels, vintage, rustic, gritty, handmade, print-worn, aged print, handcrafted feel, retro branding, analog texture, serif, inked, roughened, textured, irregular.
A sturdy serif design with compact proportions, slab-like terminals, and noticeably roughened contours that mimic worn ink or imperfect printing. Strokes stay largely consistent with moderate modulation, while edges show small nicks, waviness, and blunted corners that create a lively, tactile silhouette. Counters are fairly open and the overall rhythm is steady, though individual glyphs have subtle, intentional irregularities that keep the texture active across lines of text.
Best suited to display settings where texture is part of the message: posters, cover titles, packaging, labels, and branding that wants a handcrafted or archival feel. It can also work for short editorial callouts or pull quotes when you want a vintage, printed look without relying on additional effects.
The font conveys an old-world, workmanlike tone—evoking aged paper, letterpress impressions, and utilitarian signage. Its distressed surface reads as authentic and tactile rather than polished, giving text a rugged, lived-in character.
The design appears intended to recreate the visual character of imperfect, analog printing—combining classic serif construction with distressed edges to add personality and atmosphere. It prioritizes tactile texture and a convincingly worn impression for impactful display typography.
Serifs tend to be blocky and slightly bracketed, with a consistent “ink spread” feel at joins and terminals. The numeral set and capitals maintain the same weathered texture, helping headings and short passages feel cohesive. The overall texture becomes more pronounced at larger sizes, where the rough perimeter reads as a deliberate graphic effect.