Print Uglav 15 is a regular weight, narrow, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, invitations, packaging, book covers, whimsical, playful, storybook, hand-drawn, charming, add personality, decorative charm, handmade feel, whimsical display, flourished, calligraphic, quirky, bouncy, expressive.
This font presents a hand-drawn, print-like alphabet with crisp, high-contrast strokes that swing between hairline threads and bold, inked stems. Letterforms are generally upright and narrow, with a lively, uneven rhythm created by variable character widths and occasional offbeat proportions. Curves are smooth and slightly elastic, terminals often taper to fine points, and select caps and lowercase show gentle flourishes and looped details. The overall texture feels clean and deliberate rather than rough, but retains an informal, handwritten spontaneity.
It works best for short to medium display text such as headlines, invitations, greeting cards, packaging accents, café menus, and book-cover titling where its expressive contrast and flourished shapes can be appreciated. It can also add personality to pull quotes or section headers, especially in whimsical or craft-oriented branding.
The tone is playful and storybook-like, mixing elegance from its hairline swashes with a friendly, quirky bounce. It reads as personable and decorative, giving text a crafted, boutique feel rather than a neutral typographic voice.
The design appears intended to blend informal handwritten charm with a touch of calligraphic drama, using strong contrast and selective flourishes to create a distinctive, decorative voice. Its proportions and rhythmic irregularities suggest a focus on character and expressiveness over neutral, long-form readability.
Distinctive contrast and fine entry/exit strokes give the face a delicate sparkle in lighter areas, while heavier verticals add punch in key letters. The short lowercase proportions and occasional exaggerated curves make it most comfortable at display sizes where the thin strokes and flourished details can remain clear.