Shadow Kiri 5 is a regular weight, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, retro, playful, bold, poster-like, comic, attention-grabbing, dimensionality, signage feel, decorative display, headline impact, inline, outlined, drop-shadow, rounded, blocky.
A compact, blocky sans with rounded corners and generous internal curves, built from an outlined primary form plus an interior inline contour that gives the strokes a hollowed, dimensional feel. A consistent offset shadow sits down and to the right, producing a crisp, stacked look and strong separation from the page. Stroke endings are blunt with occasional soft chamfers, and counters are open and smoothly drawn, keeping the shapes readable despite the layered treatment. The overall construction favors sturdy verticals and simplified geometry, with small, clean joins and a uniform shadow offset across letters and figures.
Best suited for large-size applications where the inline and shadow can resolve cleanly—headlines, posters, storefront-style signage, packaging, and logo wordmarks. It also works well for short callouts and labels that benefit from a strong, dimensional silhouette, while extended body text is likely to feel busy due to the layered outlines and shadow.
The combined outline, inline, and shadow create a lively, retro display voice reminiscent of mid-century signage and headline lettering. It feels energetic and attention-seeking rather than formal, with a friendly, slightly comic bounce coming from the rounded terminals and chunky silhouettes. The dimensional effect adds a theatrical, marquee-like presence suited to expressive typography.
Designed to deliver immediate impact through a built-in 3D/shadow treatment and hollowed inline detailing, providing a ready-made display effect without additional styling. The letterforms prioritize clarity and punch in short phrases, aiming for a vintage sign-painter vibe with modern cleanliness and consistent construction.
The shadow is rendered as a solid, offset mass that reads clearly at larger sizes and can visually thicken dark areas where it overlaps tight interior spaces. Numerals and capitals share the same dimensional system, giving headings and short statements a cohesive, emblematic look.