Shadow Elta 6 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, stickers, playful, retro, bold, cartoon, punchy, dimensional impact, playful display, retro signage, attention grabbing, rounded, outlined, inline, shadowed, chunky.
A rounded, heavy display face built from soft-rectangle geometry and compact counters. Letterforms use a thick outline with an inner cut/inline that creates a hollowed, layered look, and a consistent offset shadow that adds dimensional separation without changing the upright stance. Corners are broadly radiused, terminals are blunt, and strokes keep a sturdy, uniform presence with occasional notches and step-ins that emphasize the outlined construction. The lowercase maintains a large, friendly x-height with simple, single-story shapes, while numerals mirror the same blocky, rounded silhouette for a cohesive set.
Best suited to headlines, logo locks-ups, posters, and packaging where the outlined, shadowed construction can be appreciated at larger sizes. It also works well for playful branding, children’s products, event flyers, and short callouts where high impact and a dimensional look are desirable.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a distinctly retro, comic-signage energy. The outline-plus-shadow treatment reads as loud and attention-seeking, evoking classic storefront graphics and playful title lettering rather than understated text typography.
The design appears aimed at delivering a bold, dimensional display style by combining a thick outline with an internal cut and a consistent offset shadow. The rounded construction prioritizes friendliness and instant recognition, optimizing the face for eye-catching titles and graphic applications.
Spacing and rhythm feel intentionally roomy to preserve the interior cutouts and keep the shadow from visually clogging at smaller sizes. The shadow offset is consistent across glyphs, giving the set a unified 3D poster effect that remains legible in short words and headlines.