Distressed Nibev 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, labels, headlines, logotypes, vintage, gritty, rustic, noisy, handmade, evoke age, add texture, analog print, rugged display, handmade feel, slab serif, inked, roughened, textured, worn.
A heavy slab-serif design with compact proportions and sturdy, blocky construction. Strokes keep a largely consistent weight, while the edges are intentionally roughened, producing an inked, worn texture and slight irregularity from letter to letter. Serifs are blunt and bracketed in feel, counters are fairly open, and the overall rhythm is steady despite the distressed contouring. Figures share the same rugged, poster-like presence and sit comfortably alongside the uppercase and lowercase.
Well-suited for posters, headlines, and display lines that benefit from a weathered, tactile look. It also fits packaging, labels, and branding accents where a rustic or industrial print vibe is desired; for longer text, it performs best at moderate sizes where the texture doesn’t overwhelm readability.
The font conveys a gritty, vintage tone reminiscent of rough printing, stamped lettering, or aged signage. Its textured silhouette adds a handmade, imperfect character that feels earthy and utilitarian rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic slab-serif foundation while layering in a distressed, ink-worn surface to suggest age, grit, and analog printing. It prioritizes impact and texture, giving otherwise traditional letterforms a more atmospheric, lived-in voice.
At text sizes the distress reads as a consistent grain along stems and curves, while at larger sizes the irregular outlines become a prominent stylistic feature. The lowercase is straightforward and readable, with a sturdy, workmanlike color that holds together well in short passages.