Distressed Ulvy 4 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, branding, stickers, handmade, gritty, casual, lively, crafty, handmade look, analog texture, casual display, print wear, brushy, roughened, inked, organic, textured.
A condensed, hand-drawn sans with brush-like strokes and visibly rough, inked edges. Letterforms are built from simple, slightly irregular structures with rounded corners, uneven stroke terminals, and occasional thicker ink buildup that creates a worn, printed feel. Proportions vary subtly from glyph to glyph, with narrow counters and compact widths that keep lines tight while preserving a loose, human rhythm. Numerals follow the same handmade logic, with simplified shapes and slightly inconsistent curves that reinforce the tactile texture.
Works best for headlines, labels, and display copy where the distressed texture can be appreciated—posters, product packaging, café menus, event flyers, and craft or lifestyle branding. It can also add character to social graphics or merch, especially when paired with simpler supporting text.
The overall tone is informal and approachable with a gritty, analog edge—like quick marker lettering or dry-brush signage. Its texture adds energy and personality, leaning toward crafty, indie, and street-poster vibes rather than polished corporate neutrality.
The design appears intended to simulate hand-lettered brush/marker writing with a deliberately worn, imperfect imprint, delivering a fast, human feel while remaining readable in bold display settings.
Texture is most apparent along verticals and curves where the outline wobbles and breaks slightly, suggesting dry media or rough reproduction. Spacing reads fairly even in running text, but the intentional irregularities and dense, narrow counters make it better suited to short bursts than long passages at small sizes.