Distressed Divi 2 is a very bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ATF Alternate Gothic' by ATF Collection, 'Fairweather' by Dharma Type, 'CF Blast Gothic' by Fonts.GR, 'Bellfort' by GRIN3 (Nowak), 'Neue Helvetica' by Linotype, and 'CG Gothic' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, labels, gritty, industrial, punchy, rugged, vintage, impact, compactness, printwear, authenticity, condensed, weathered, rough, textured, inked.
A condensed, heavy sans with tall proportions, tight counters, and squared-off terminals. The strokes are mostly monolinear with subtly softened corners, giving a sturdy, poster-like build. Distress appears as irregular interior speckling and worn patches rather than jagged outlines, mimicking imperfect inking or aged printing. Uppercase forms are compact and blocky (notably the narrow O and D), while the lowercase stays simple and utilitarian with single-storey a and g and minimal modulation across curves and straights.
This face is best suited to short, high-impact text such as posters, headlines, branding marks, packaging callouts, and label-style graphics where the worn texture is a feature. It can work well on merchandise and editorial display applications that benefit from a rugged, printed look. For long passages or small sizes, the dense texture and narrow counters may reduce clarity compared to cleaner display faces.
The overall tone is gritty and workmanlike, evoking stamped labels, worn signage, and ink-rubbed posters. The texture adds a rough, tactile energy that feels bold and no-nonsense rather than refined or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in a compact width while adding a believable worn-print texture. Its straightforward construction prioritizes legibility at display sizes, with distress used to inject character and an aged, tactile feel without sacrificing the underlying letter structure.
The distressed pattern is consistent across letters and figures, helping the texture read as intentional rather than random noise. Numerals match the condensed, heavy construction and carry the same worn fill, keeping mixed text visually cohesive. Spacing in the sample reads compact, reinforcing a strong vertical rhythm suited to impact-driven settings.