Serif Other Akpe 3 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, headlines, branding, playful, storybook, handmade, friendly, whimsical, approachability, handmade charm, playful display, friendly branding, rounded, soft terminals, casual, bouncy, informal.
A narrow, low-contrast serif with a hand-drawn feel and softly rounded strokes. Serifs are small and blunted, often appearing as gentle flares rather than crisp brackets, and many terminals end in rounded or slightly bulbous shapes. Curves are open and generously spaced inside counters, while verticals stay fairly even, giving the alphabet a calm, steady rhythm despite the organic outlines. Proportions vary subtly from glyph to glyph, and the overall texture reads smooth and slightly wobbly, like ink or marker lettering translated into a consistent font.
This font works best for short-to-medium display text where its personality can be seen—children’s and educational materials, playful branding, posters, craft or boutique packaging, and friendly headlines. It can also suit pull quotes or section heads when a casual, approachable tone is desired.
The tone is warm and approachable, with a quirky, storybook character that feels human and lightly humorous. Its soft corners and relaxed rhythm suggest a welcoming, non-corporate voice suited to playful messaging rather than formal editorial typography.
The design appears intended to blend serif structure with a hand-made, approachable voice—preserving familiar letter skeletons while softening details and adding organic irregularity for charm and warmth.
Capitals are simple and open, with a notably rounded “B” and “R” and a friendly, circular “O.” Lowercase forms keep the same gentle energy; single-storey shapes (like the a) and rounded hooks contribute to an informal, handwritten impression. Numerals follow the same soft construction and remain highly legible at display sizes.