Distressed Vifa 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, album art, streetwear, handmade, grunge, playful, casual, rugged, handmade texture, diy energy, expressive display, print-worn look, casual branding, brushy, textured, rough-edged, compact, bouncy.
A compact, hand-drawn letterform set with thick, brush-like strokes and visibly irregular outlines. Terminals are blunt and slightly frayed, with uneven stroke edges suggesting dry-brush or rough printing. The proportions are tight and upright-to-slightly slanted, with rounded counters and simplified shapes that favor bold silhouettes over precision. Spacing and glyph widths vary, creating an organic rhythm that feels intentionally imperfect and energetic.
Best suited for display sizes where the textured edges and handmade stroke modulation can be appreciated—such as posters, cover art, packaging, and short headlines. It also fits branding that wants a crafted, slightly rebellious voice, especially for lifestyle, music, or craft-oriented projects.
The overall tone is informal and lively, with a scrappy, distressed character that reads as handmade rather than mechanical. Its rough texture and playful bounce evoke DIY posters, zines, and expressive signage, balancing friendliness with a gritty edge.
The design appears intended to mimic quick brush lettering with a worn, printed texture, prioritizing expressive character and bold readability over strict uniformity. It aims to deliver an authentic, human-made feel with enough consistency to work across punchy display copy.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent brush treatment, while small details (like bowls, joins, and curves) remain uneven in a way that enhances authenticity. Numerals follow the same chunky, painted style, keeping a cohesive texture across alphanumerics.