Distressed Esba 3 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'BR Segma' by Brink (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, apparel, retro, playful, rugged, handmade, friendly, vintage print, handmade feel, headline impact, brand character, tactile texture, rounded, chunky, soft corners, textured, inked.
A heavy, rounded sans with soft corners and simplified geometry, giving letters a chunky, approachable silhouette. Strokes are thick with clear contrast between straights and curves, and the overall drawing feels slightly uneven in a natural way rather than mechanically perfect. A speckled, worn texture appears throughout the fills, mimicking ink breakup or aged printing. Counters are generally open and generous, supporting clarity even at larger display sizes.
Best suited to posters, headlines, and short-form messaging where the textured fill and bold shapes can be appreciated. It works well for packaging, labels, apparel graphics, and logo marks that want a vintage print or handcrafted vibe. For small text or dense paragraphs, the distressed texture may reduce crispness compared to a clean sans.
The tone is warm and informal, with a vintage, screen-printed feel that reads as handcrafted and slightly weathered. The distressed texture adds grit without becoming chaotic, balancing friendliness with a rugged, lived-in character.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, friendly sans voice with a deliberate worn-print effect, evoking analog production such as letterpress, stamped ink, or screen print. It prioritizes impact and character over pristine neutrality, aiming for immediate, tactile personality in display settings.
Spacing and proportions feel display-oriented, with broad curves and sturdy verticals that create a strong rhythm in headlines. The numerals are similarly robust and rounded, matching the alphabet’s weight and texture for consistent branding across letterforms and figures.