Print Isbem 5 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Romper' by DearType, 'Mancino' by JCFonts, 'JollyGood Proper Condensed' by Letradora, and 'MVB Diazo' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, kids, packaging, stickers, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, chunky, friendliness, approachability, playfulness, handmade feel, bold impact, rounded, bubbly, soft, hand-drawn, cartoonish.
A chunky, rounded hand-drawn print with heavy, even strokes and softened terminals. Forms lean on simple geometric building blocks—oval counters, blunt joins, and slightly irregular curves—creating a lively, human rhythm rather than strict repetition. Uppercase letters are compact and sturdy with gently curved corners, while the lowercase uses single-storey constructions (notably a, g) and prominent dots on i/j, reinforcing an informal, marker-like feel. Numerals are similarly bulbous and open, with clear, simplified silhouettes and minimal interior detail.
Best suited to short, bold messaging such as posters, display headlines, product packaging, labels, stickers, and social graphics. It works particularly well for children’s content, playful branding, and informal signage where a friendly, hand-made voice is desired. For longer passages, its dense texture is more comfortable at larger sizes with generous line spacing.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a kid-friendly, comic sensibility. Its soft edges and bouncy spacing read as warm and non-authoritarian, suggesting handmade signage or playful packaging rather than formal text. The slight irregularity adds charm and personality without becoming messy.
The design appears intended to deliver an informal, hand-drawn print voice with strong visual impact and an inviting, rounded character. By combining heavy strokes with simple, open shapes and mild irregularity, it aims to feel personable and fun while staying legible in display settings.
The caps and lowercase share a consistent stroke weight and rounded finishing, but letter widths vary noticeably, giving lines a gently syncopated rhythm. Counters stay fairly open for such a heavy style, helping maintain clarity in short words and headlines, while the compact proportions keep the texture dense and bold.