Distressed Gomy 12 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Celex Grotesk' by Designova, 'Core Sans E' and 'Core Sans ES' by S-Core, 'June Pro' by Schriftlabor, 'Germalt' by Typesketchbook, and 'Coben' by cretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, merchandise, rugged, playful, energetic, casual, retro, add texture, evoke print, inject energy, create grit, roughened, inked, choppy, oblique, handmade.
A heavy, oblique sans with compact proportions and rounded, simplified forms. Strokes show a chiseled, ink-worn texture with small bites, speckling, and uneven edges that read like distressed printing rather than clean vector geometry. Curves are broadly drawn and slightly irregular, while straight strokes taper and wobble subtly, creating a lively rhythm. Spacing and widths vary noticeably across characters, and the numerals share the same chunky, slanted construction for a cohesive, poster-forward palette.
Works best for short, high-impact text such as posters, headlines, labels, and brand marks where texture is part of the voice. It suits apparel graphics, event promos, and packaging that benefits from a tactile, printed feel rather than a pristine finish.
The overall tone feels gritty and upbeat—like stamped lettering on packaging or a well-used screenprint. Its rough texture adds attitude and approachability, leaning more fun and sporty than serious or formal.
Likely designed to deliver a bold italic voice with built-in wear and ink texture, helping designers achieve a handcrafted, distressed look without adding effects. The variable character widths and rough edges suggest an emphasis on personality and motion in display typography.
The distressing is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, giving text a unified worn surface at display sizes. The italic slant and chunky weight help maintain presence, while the texture adds visual noise that can reduce clarity in very small settings.