Distressed Sele 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Corsica' by AVP, 'Apres' by Font Bureau, 'Fd Hallway' by Fortunes Co, and 'Nanami Pro' and 'Nanami Rounded Pro' by HyperFluro (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, apparel, stickers, grunge, playful, handmade, bold, casual, add texture, convey wear, diy tone, headline impact, retro print feel, rough edges, chipped, blotchy, inked, sturdy.
A heavy, compact sans with simplified, blocky letterforms and rounded counters. Strokes are consistently thick, with irregular, distressed edges and occasional interior nicks that resemble worn ink or rough printing. Curves are slightly squarish, terminals tend to be blunt, and overall construction feels hand-cut rather than mechanically precise. The lowercase stays sturdy and open, with clear bowls and short, chunky joins; figures are similarly robust and easy to spot at display sizes.
Works best in short, high-impact settings such as posters, titles, event graphics, packaging, and merchandise where the rough texture can be appreciated. It’s well-suited to branding that wants a handcrafted, slightly gritty feel; for long passages or small sizes, the distressed details may become less distinct and heavier on the page.
The texture and uneven perimeter give the face a gritty, handmade energy that reads casual and approachable rather than refined. Its chunky silhouettes and friendly proportions keep it playful, while the distressed surface adds a rugged, DIY attitude.
Likely designed to deliver a strong, instantly readable display voice with a deliberately worn, imperfect finish. The goal appears to be a bold sans foundation paired with organic distressing to evoke print texture and handmade character.
The distressing appears applied consistently across the set, creating a cohesive “printed-through-wear” look without breaking the basic silhouettes. Spacing in the sample text looks geared toward bold headlines, where the texture remains visible and contributes to the tone.