Shadow Imfa 5 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, signage, logos, packaging, playful, retro, bold, graphic, cheerful, built-in depth, attention grab, retro display, sign look, inline, outlined, dimensional, blocky, rounded.
A bold, rounded sans with an outlined construction and a consistent inline/inner contour that creates a hollowed, sign-painter feel. Each letter is paired with an offset shadow element, producing a crisp dimensional effect with clean, geometric curves and squared terminals. Proportions are fairly compact and steady across the set, with simple, sturdy forms and clear counters that hold up well at display sizes.
Best suited for display typography where the outline-and-shadow effect can read clearly—posters, headlines, product packaging, labels, and playful branding. It also works well for short, high-impact text on social graphics or event materials, especially when you want a retro dimensional look without additional effects.
The overall tone is lively and nostalgic, evoking mid-century signage, carnival posters, and vintage storefront lettering. The shadow treatment adds energy and a slightly comic, attention-grabbing presence without feeling chaotic.
Designed to deliver a ready-made dimensional treatment in a single font: an outlined, hollowed interior paired with a built-in offset shadow. The intention appears to be strong legibility at large sizes with a fun, vintage-inspired voice that stands out immediately in advertising and branding contexts.
The shadow consistently falls in the same direction across caps, lowercase, and figures, giving the face a cohesive “sticker” or cutout look. Numerals and lowercase maintain the same rounded, chunky rhythm as the capitals, keeping the texture uniform in short headlines and punchy phrases.