Print Uslaf 8 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, social media, branding, casual, playful, friendly, energetic, handmade, human touch, casual voice, quick lettering, approachability, brushy, bouncy, organic, rounded, textured.
A lively handwritten print with a brush-pen feel, combining rounded terminals and slightly tapered strokes for a natural, drawn-on-paper texture. Letters lean forward with a loose, quick rhythm, and proportions are compact with small counters and a relatively low x-height compared to the ascenders. Stroke behavior is subtly uneven, with occasional thick–thin emphasis and softly blunted ends that keep the forms approachable. Spacing is relaxed but not sprawling, and the overall silhouette stays cohesive while allowing small variations that reinforce the handmade character.
Well-suited to posters, headlines, packaging, café-style menus, and social graphics where an informal, human voice is desirable. It works especially well for short-to-medium text blocks and punchy phrases, and can add a handcrafted accent when paired with a neutral sans for body copy.
The tone is upbeat and personable, like quick notes or casual signage. Its forward slant and springy curves add momentum, while the slightly imperfect edges communicate warmth and informality rather than polish. Overall it reads as friendly and modern, with a touch of cheeky, everyday charm.
The font appears designed to capture the spontaneity of quick handwritten marker or brush lettering while staying consistent enough for repeatable typesetting. It aims for an approachable, contemporary casual look that feels personal and energetic without becoming overly decorative.
Capital forms are simplified and open, pairing well with the lowercase for mixed-case phrases, and the numerals match the same quick, brushy construction. The design favors legibility at display and subhead sizes, though the compact counters and textured stroke edges suggest avoiding very small sizes or low-contrast backgrounds.