Print Essu 5 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, social media, children’s content, casual, handmade, playful, quirky, friendly, handmade feel, informal tone, approachability, playful display, brushy, textured, organic, uneven, rounded.
A casual hand-drawn print with brush-like strokes and lightly irregular contours. Forms are generally narrow with variable letter widths, soft rounding, and occasional angular joints, creating an organic rhythm across words. Stroke edges show subtle texture and wobble, with moderate contrast that feels like pressure variation rather than rigid geometry. Capitals are simple and open, while lowercase maintains a steady x-height and readable counters, with a slightly bouncy baseline that reinforces the handmade look.
Best suited for short-to-medium display copy such as posters, headlines, book covers, labels, and social graphics where a personable, handcrafted tone is desired. It can also work for simple signage or invitations when you want an informal, friendly voice.
The overall tone is approachable and informal, with a playful, slightly scruffy character that reads as human and spontaneous. It suggests sketchbook notes, indie packaging, or friendly signage rather than polished corporate typography.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of hand-lettered printing—natural stroke variation, slight irregularity, and a relaxed rhythm—while staying clear enough for everyday display use.
The sample text shows good legibility at display-to-large text sizes, where the textured edges and unevenness become part of the charm. Numerals match the letterforms with the same drawn-in-ink feel, and punctuation appears consistent with the casual, handwritten voice.