Octopuss Regular
Designed by Colin Brignall
| Font Name | Octopuss |
| Style | Regular |
| Category | Display / Decorative |
| Designer | Colin Brignall |
| Copyright | URW Software, Copyright 1994 by URW |
| License | Free for Personal Use |
| Total Character | 234 |
| Recommended Line Height | 1.07 |
| Ascent | 765 |
| Descent | 301 |
| Units Per em | 1000 |
| Total Vertical Range | 1066 |
| Max Advance Width | 1006 |
| Max Advance Height | N/A |
| Underline Position | -104 |
| Similar Fonts | Pump, Frankfurter, Blippo, Bauhaus |
Octopuss Regular Font Details : Font Free Download
Octopuss Regular was designed by the renowned British typographer Colin Brignall in 1970 for Letraset. This typeface is a quintessential example of the late 1960s and early 1970s display aesthetic, featuring extremely heavy, rounded forms that seem to flow into one another like liquid. The design reflects the heavy influence of the psychedelic and pop art movements of the era, prioritizing massive visual impact and unique personality over traditional legibility standards.
The font is characterized by its soft, bubble-like appearance and minuscule counters, which give it a dense and powerful presence on the page. Because of its extreme weight and distinctive curves, it is primarily intended for large-scale applications where the shapes can be fully appreciated. It remains a popular choice for designers today who are looking to evoke a sense of vintage funk, retro-cool branding, or creative editorial layouts that require a touch of 1970s nostalgia.
Octopuss Regular Best Uses
Perfect for high-impact visual displays and retro-themed event posters.
Excellent for brands that require a friendly, bubbly, or vintage personality.
Ideal for album artwork and promotional materials for pop, indie, or psychedelic genres.
Works best for short, punchy titles and headlines where style is the primary goal.
Octopuss Regular Glyphs
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Package Size: 65.9 KB
Available Formats: .TTF