Hollow Other Ofla 3 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
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A decorative, narrow display face with lightly irregular, hand-drawn contours and medium stroke contrast. Many strokes are punctured with small internal knockouts that read like perforations or stippled holes, creating a hollowed, textured color without fully outlining the forms. Terminals tend to be rounded or slightly tapered, and curves feel lively rather than perfectly geometric. Spacing and widths vary per glyph, adding a casual rhythm, while overall structure remains upright and legible at display sizes.
Best suited for headlines, posters, book covers, invitations, and packaging where a textured decorative voice is desired. It can work for short phrases or playful brand marks, especially in monochrome applications where the knockouts are clearly visible. For longer text, generous size and line spacing will help maintain clarity.
The perforated interiors and slightly wobbly strokes give the font a playful, crafty personality with a lightly spooky or carnival-like charm. It feels informal and characterful, suggesting handmade signage, party graphics, or whimsical editorial moments rather than sober corporate tone.
The design appears intended to combine a simple upright skeleton with an illustrative, hollowed texture, creating a distinctive display look that stands out in short bursts. The irregular perforations and hand-rendered outlines prioritize personality and surface interest over typographic neutrality.
Uppercase letters generally appear more rigid and vertical, while lowercase forms introduce more looped, calligraphic gestures (notably in letters like g, j, and y). Numerals echo the same punctured texture, helping the set feel cohesive. The internal holes increase visual noise, so the design reads best when given enough size and breathing room.