Distressed Diba 16 is a bold, very narrow, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
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A condensed, hand-drawn sans with brush-ink construction and a noticeably irregular edge. Strokes show heavy texture, with ragged contours, occasional interior voids, and uneven terminals that mimic dry-brush or worn marker pressure. Letterforms are mostly monoline in feel but vary subtly in thickness and width from glyph to glyph, producing an organic rhythm; rounds are slightly lumpy, verticals are straight but not mechanical, and counters are small and sometimes pinched. Overall spacing is compact and the set reads best at display sizes where the distressed detail remains clear.
Best suited for short, attention-grabbing text such as posters, cover art, event promos, and social media graphics. It can add a tactile, crafted feel to packaging, labels, and merchandise, especially where a casual, distressed mark helps the design feel more human and energetic.
The font conveys an informal, tactile tone—like quick signage or hand-lettered packaging with a deliberately rough finish. Its scratchy ink character and imperfect consistency add energy and approachability, leaning playful rather than polished.
Likely designed to emulate quick brush lettering with a worn print texture, prioritizing character and impact over neutrality. The condensed proportions and gritty edges suggest an aim for bold, space-efficient display typography with a handmade, imperfect finish.
Capitals and lowercase share a similar hand-rendered logic, with simplified structures and occasional idiosyncratic shapes that emphasize personality over strict uniformity. The numerals follow the same rough-brush treatment, with lively curves and slightly uneven baselines that reinforce the handmade aesthetic.