Distressed Ilra 14 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'HD Colton' by HyperDeluxe, 'Lyu Lin' by Stefan Stoychev, and 'TT Commons™️ Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids, stickers, playful, handmade, cartoony, gritty, friendly, add texture, feel handmade, amplify impact, inject humor, suggest print wear, blobby, chunky, rounded, worn, inkbleed.
A chunky, heavy display face with rounded forms and visibly irregular contours. Strokes feel brushy and inked-in, with soft corners, uneven terminals, and occasional wobbly edges that suggest imperfect printing or hand-cut shapes. Counters are generally compact and sometimes slightly off-center, reinforcing the organic construction. Proportions are simple and sturdy, with a lively, inconsistent rhythm across glyphs that reads intentional rather than accidental.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings such as posters, headlines, event graphics, and packaging where its textured silhouette can be appreciated. It also fits playful branding, children’s content, and craft/DIY aesthetics, especially when used large with generous spacing.
The overall tone is playful and approachable, with a scruffy, tactile character that adds humor and informality. Its roughened edges and blobby massing create a bold, street-level energy that can feel both retro and craft-oriented depending on context.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, hand-made impression with deliberate roughness, mimicking ink spread or worn reproduction. It prioritizes character and texture over precision, aiming to make simple words feel lively and tactile.
The irregular outlines and dense fill mean fine detail is minimal; the design relies on silhouette and texture. At smaller sizes the distressed contouring may visually merge, while at larger sizes it becomes a defining feature.