Distressed Vumi 9 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, stickers, apparel, handmade, rugged, playful, casual, expressive, diy feel, analog texture, hand-lettered look, bold impact, brushy, textured, uneven, organic, blunt.
A compact, hand-rendered brush style with thick, blunt strokes and visibly irregular edges that mimic dry ink or rough printing. Letterforms lean slightly and show uneven stroke terminals, subtle wobble in curves, and small variations in width that keep the rhythm lively rather than mechanical. Counters are generally open but sometimes pinched by the heavy stroke weight, and curves (C, O, S) have a slightly lumpy, human feel. Lowercase forms stay simple and sturdy, with rounded bowls and a single-storey a, while overall spacing reads a touch tight, reinforcing the dense, punchy texture.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where texture and personality are an asset: posters, event promos, product packaging, labels, stickers, and merchandise graphics. It can also work for social graphics and editorial headings when a handmade, tactile tone is desired; for longer passages, generous size and line spacing will help preserve clarity.
The font conveys an informal, crafty energy—like marker or brush lettering used for quick signage. Its distressed texture adds grit and warmth, balancing friendliness with a slightly raw, DIY attitude. The overall tone feels playful and approachable, with enough roughness to suggest authenticity and hand-made character.
The design appears intended to simulate bold brush lettering with natural inconsistency and worn edges, delivering a tactile, analog impression without losing the basic structure of each glyph. It prioritizes character and impact over precision, aiming for a handcrafted look that feels immediate and expressive.
The texture is consistent across letters and numerals, with roughened contours rather than interior erosion, which helps maintain legibility at display sizes. Numerals share the same chunky, hand-cut feel, and punctuation (as seen in the sample) matches the uneven, brushy terminals for a cohesive voice.