Print Ismel 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Grupi Sans' by Dikas Studio, 'Adhesive Letters JNL' by Jeff Levine, and 'MVB Diazo' by MVB (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids media, logos, playful, friendly, bouncy, casual, childlike, approachability, fun emphasis, handmade feel, friendly branding, rounded, soft, blobby, chunky, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded print style with soft terminals and inflated, blobby stroke shapes. Letterforms are mostly monoline with gentle irregularities that mimic marker or brush pressure, creating a hand-drawn rhythm without connecting strokes. Counters are compact and rounded, spacing is open enough for display use, and widths vary noticeably across glyphs, reinforcing an informal, lively texture. Numerals and capitals share the same cushioned geometry, keeping the set visually consistent at large sizes.
Well suited to posters, headlines, short blurbs, and branding that benefits from a cheerful handmade feel. It can work effectively for kids-oriented materials, playful packaging, stickers, and social graphics where bold, rounded shapes need to stand out quickly.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a playful, cartoon-like friendliness. Its rounded massing and slightly wobbly construction convey warmth and spontaneity rather than precision, making it feel conversational and fun.
The design appears intended to deliver an informal, hand-drawn print voice with maximum friendliness and visual impact. By prioritizing rounded forms, thick strokes, and slight irregularity, it aims for approachable display typography that feels human and energetic.
Distinctive details include very soft corners throughout, simplified interior shapes, and a generally vertical stance with only mild baseline and stroke wobble. The weight and tight counters suggest it will read best when given ample size and breathing room rather than in dense paragraphs.