Print Idlo 12 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, logos, headlines, stickers, playful, bold, casual, handmade, energetic, attention grab, handmade feel, friendly tone, youthful energy, brushy, rounded, bouncy, inky, lively.
A chunky, brush-like handwritten print with compact proportions and a forward-leaning stance. Strokes are heavy and inky with subtly tapered ends and occasional wedge-like terminals, creating a lively, marker-painted feel rather than a rigid skeleton. Counters are generally small and rounded, and curves are slightly irregular, reinforcing the hand-drawn construction. Spacing and letter widths vary from glyph to glyph, producing a natural rhythm and a slightly bouncy line of text.
Best suited for display contexts where a bold, informal handwritten texture is an asset—posters, packaging, social graphics, merch, and punchy branding. It performs particularly well at larger sizes for titles, labels, and short phrases where the lively stroke character can be appreciated.
The overall tone is playful and attention-grabbing, with a friendly, informal voice that feels handmade and energetic. Its thick, rounded forms read as approachable and fun, leaning toward youthful, pop-culture-friendly messaging rather than formal editorial use.
The design appears intended to deliver a confident, hand-painted headline voice: thick strokes, casual construction, and uneven rhythm combine to create a personable, energetic look that stands out quickly in branding and promotional materials.
Capitals are simplified and punchy, while lowercase forms stay legible through their strong silhouettes and open shapes. Numerals match the same painted weight and soft corners, keeping the set visually consistent for headings and short bursts of copy.