Distressed Epbab 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Lapidaria' by SIAS, 'Arazatí' by TipoType, and 'Arazatí' by Underground (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, branding, stickers, playful, handmade, vintage, quirky, rustic, handmade feel, vintage print, friendly display, tactile texture, rounded, blunt, worn, textured, bouncy.
A chunky, rounded display face with softened corners and a lightly irregular, ink-worn surface. Strokes are generally heavy and fairly even, with subtle wobble and uneven terminals that feel hand-drawn rather than mechanically precise. Counters are open and simple, and the overall rhythm is slightly bouncy with small variations in width and spacing that enhance the organic look. The numerals and capitals maintain the same friendly massing, with occasional exaggerated curves and tails that add character without becoming overly ornate.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and identity work where a friendly, handcrafted mood is desired. It works well for café or bakery branding, craft and maker labels, children’s-oriented graphics, event flyers, and short emphasis text where the distressed texture can be appreciated.
The font reads as cheerful and homespun, with a lightly weathered imprint that suggests craft paper, letterpress, or marker-to-print translation. Its imperfect edges and soft geometry create an approachable, nostalgic tone—more fun and folksy than formal.
The design appears intended to mimic a hand-rendered, slightly worn print—combining bold, rounded letterforms with subtle distress to deliver warmth and personality. It prioritizes character and tactile charm over strict uniformity, aiming for a casual display voice that feels human and familiar.
Texture appears as intermittent speckling and roughened edges, giving fills a printed/inked feel rather than a flat vector solid. The face has a strong silhouette and holds up well at display sizes, while smaller sizes may emphasize the internal distress and soften fine details.