Print Hygiv 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids content, social graphics, headlines, playful, friendly, casual, youthful, quirky, handmade feel, approachability, high impact, informal voice, brushy, rounded, chunky, organic, markerlike.
A chunky, hand-drawn print style with thick, rounded strokes and softly irregular contours. Letterforms are mostly upright with a lively, slightly bouncy baseline and noticeable variation in character widths, giving the set an organic rhythm. Terminals tend to be blunted and brushy, with subtle swelling and tapering that suggests a marker or brush-pen tool. Counters are generously open for the weight, and curves are emphasized over sharp angles, contributing to an approachable, cartoon-leaning texture in text.
Well-suited to short-to-medium display copy such as posters, titles, packaging callouts, and social media graphics where a friendly, hand-drawn personality is desired. It can also work for children’s materials, playful branding, and informal signage, especially when set with comfortable spacing and moderate line lengths.
The font reads as upbeat and personable, with an informal tone that feels hand-made rather than engineered. Its sturdy, rounded shapes create a warm, friendly voice that suits lighthearted messaging and kid-friendly or community-oriented designs.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of hand-lettered marker writing—bold, simple, and readable—while preserving the natural inconsistencies that make it feel personal and spontaneous.
In running text, the uneven stroke edges and slightly irregular proportions add charm and energy, while the heavy stroke mass creates strong presence at display sizes. The numerals and punctuation match the same playful, hand-rendered logic, keeping the overall color consistent across mixed content.