Print Ruba 8 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, social media, greeting cards, playful, casual, friendly, handmade, energetic, hand lettering, approachability, youthful tone, casual emphasis, display impact, rounded, brushy, soft terminals, bouncy, informal.
A lively, brush-pen style print with a consistent rightward slant and chunky, rounded strokes. Forms are compact with a relatively small x-height, and the rhythm is bouncy thanks to varied glyph widths and slightly irregular curves. Terminals are soft and blunted, with subtle swelling at corners that suggests marker or brush pressure rather than hard geometric construction. Counters are generally open and uncomplicated, keeping the texture solid and readable at display sizes.
This font performs best in short-to-medium display settings where its brushy texture and bounce can be appreciated—such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, social posts, and greeting card copy. It can also work for playful subheads or quotes, especially where an informal, human tone is desired over strict typographic uniformity.
The overall tone is casual and upbeat, with a personable, handwritten feel that reads as approachable rather than polished or formal. Its animated slant and rounded shapes give it a cheerful, conversational voice that suits lighthearted messaging and youthful branding.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering made with a felt-tip marker or brush pen, balancing legibility with a deliberately handmade spontaneity. Its compact proportions and sturdy stroke weight aim to keep text clear while still feeling personal and animated.
Uppercase letters are simple and sturdy, while the lowercase leans more expressive, creating a clear hierarchy in mixed-case text. Numerals follow the same brushy logic, with rounded turns and a slightly uneven, hand-drawn cadence that matches the letters.