Print Dibut 2 is a very light, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: titles, book covers, posters, packaging, invitations, quirky, whimsical, storybook, hand-drawn, airy, handmade charm, expressive display, storybook tone, themed atmosphere, spiky terminals, calligraphic, irregular rhythm, tapered strokes, angular curves.
A light, hand-drawn print face with thin strokes that taper into sharp, slightly spiky terminals. Letterforms mix soft, rounded bowls with occasional angular joins, creating a lively, irregular rhythm that still reads clearly in text. Strokes show subtle waviness and inconsistent flare, suggesting pen pressure and quick sketching rather than geometric construction. Proportions feel on the narrow side with open counters and modest extenders, while spacing appears a touch uneven in a way that reinforces the handmade texture.
Best suited to short-to-medium text where personality is desired—titles, pull quotes, book covers, posters, and themed packaging. It can also work for invitations or display lines in creative branding, especially where a handcrafted, slightly magical mood helps set the scene. For dense body copy, its thin strokes and animated texture may feel busy at smaller sizes.
The overall tone is quirky and whimsical, with a storybook or fantasy-leaning charm. Its sharp, twig-like endings and gently imperfect outlines add a playful eeriness that can feel magical or slightly gothic without becoming heavy. The result is expressive and characterful, more evocative than polished.
The design appears intended to emulate quick pen lettering with intentional irregularities—tapered tips, uneven curves, and a lightly calligraphic touch—to create a distinctive handmade voice. It prioritizes atmosphere and individuality over strict consistency, aiming for an expressive, illustrative feel in display settings.
Uppercase forms have a slender, elegant presence, while lowercase introduces more personality through varied entry/exit strokes and occasional asymmetry. Numerals keep the same thin, tapered construction and remain legible, though they inherit the font’s informal, sketchy energy. In longer lines, the texture becomes noticeably lively due to the combination of narrow forms and uneven stroke behavior.