Outline Buti 3 is a very light, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, retro, playful, dynamic, breezy, casual, retro display, depth effect, signage feel, decorative titling, oblique, inline shadow, monoline outline, rounded terminals, slanted caps.
A slanted outline face with a clean, single-contour construction and an added inline shadow that reads like a small cast/drop shadow offset down-left. Letterforms are rounded and slightly inflated, with smooth curves, soft corners, and mostly uniform stroke behavior defined by the outline rather than filled strokes. Uppercase and lowercase share a lively, forward-leaning rhythm; curves are generous (notably in C/O/S), while straighter forms (E/F/H/N) keep a simple, sign-paint–like geometry. Numerals follow the same oblique, outlined treatment and maintain consistent spacing and tilt across the set.
Best suited to display contexts where the outline and shadow can be appreciated: headlines, posters, storefront or event signage, packaging callouts, and short brand marks. It can also work for decorative pull quotes or titling where a retro, lightweight presence is desired, but it is less appropriate for dense body copy.
The overall tone is upbeat and nostalgic, evoking mid-century display lettering and hand-drawn signage. The outline-plus-shadow effect gives it a light, airy presence while still feeling animated and attention-seeking, making the voice feel friendly rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a vintage-leaning display style that feels hand-lettered while remaining consistent and systematized. The outlined construction paired with a subtle offset shadow is meant to add depth and motion without becoming heavy, keeping the overall color light and energetic.
Because the design is built from contours and a shadow detail, the impression relies on crisp rendering and adequate size; at smaller sizes the interior openness and shadow spacing can visually close up. The consistent diagonal slant and offset shadow create a strong directional flow across words and lines, especially in longer passages.