Hollow Other Byba 7 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Linotte' by JCFonts, 'JAF Domus Titling' by Just Another Foundry, and 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids branding, logo marks, playful, bubbly, toy-like, cheerful, cartoon, standout display, whimsical texture, friendly tone, novelty branding, rounded, soft terminals, bulbous, chunky, cutout details.
A chunky, rounded display face with heavy, balloon-like strokes and softened corners throughout. The forms lean on simple geometric construction with broad curves, compact counters, and generally low differentiation between thick and thin beyond the occasional tapered join. Many glyphs feature small internal knockouts and pinhole-like cutouts near terminals and joins, creating a consistent “punched” texture across the set. Spacing and sidebearings feel generous for a bold display style, with letterforms designed to read as solid silhouettes despite the interior detailing.
Best suited to large sizes where the internal cutouts remain clear: headlines, posters, playful branding, product packaging, and short logo or badge-style wordmarks. It can also work for merchandising graphics and event titles where a bold, friendly presence is needed.
The overall tone is lighthearted and friendly, with a toy-store, kids’ packaging energy. The recurring cutouts add a crafty, sticker-like personality that keeps the black shapes from feeling too heavy, giving the font a whimsical, novelty character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with approachable, rounded shapes while adding distinctive character through irregular internal knockouts. The goal is a memorable display voice that feels fun and informal without relying on outlines or strokes.
The alphabet shows a mix of rounded, simplified structures and occasional angular joins (notably in diagonals), but the soft terminals keep everything cohesive. Numerals match the letterforms’ weight and roundness and carry the same cutout motif, helping headlines and short phrases look unified.