Print Fobab 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Akzidenz-Grotesk Next' by Berthold, 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Arial Narrow OS' by Monotype, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids branding, headlines, stickers, playful, folksy, handmade, friendly, casual, handmade warmth, playful display, casual signage, organic texture, friendly branding, chunky, rounded, textured, bouncy, irregular.
A chunky, hand-drawn sans with rounded forms and noticeably irregular outlines. Strokes are heavy and fairly even in thickness, with subtle wobble and tapered, brush-like terminals that keep edges from feeling mechanical. Proportions vary from glyph to glyph, with a lively rhythm and slightly inconsistent widths that enhance the homemade character. Counters are generally open and simple, and curves (like C, O, S) are soft rather than geometric, contributing to an approachable, informal texture in text.
This font suits short, high-impact text where a friendly handmade voice is desirable—posters, packaging, café or market signage, social graphics, stickers, and playful branding. It performs best for headings and display settings where its textured edges and irregular rhythm can be appreciated without demanding prolonged small-size reading.
The overall tone is warm and upbeat, like marker lettering on packaging or a hand-lettered sign. Its imperfect edges and bouncy shapes read as human, spontaneous, and a bit quirky, making it feel personable rather than formal or corporate.
The design appears intended to emulate bold hand-printed lettering with a marker or brush, prioritizing personality and warmth over strict typographic uniformity. Its consistent heaviness and rounded silhouettes aim for strong visibility while keeping an informal, approachable feel.
In longer lines, the uneven stroke edges create a visible texture that adds charm at larger sizes. The numerals match the same hand-rendered logic, with rounded shapes and slightly uneven weight distribution that keeps them consistent with the letters.