Print Oklem 13 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, social media, branding, friendly, casual, playful, handmade, retro, handmade feel, friendly display, informal voice, expressive lettering, brushy, rounded, bouncy, organic, lively.
A slanted, brush-pen style print with compact proportions and softly rounded terminals. Strokes show gentle modulation and a slightly irregular rhythm, suggesting marker or brush pressure rather than rigid geometric construction. Counters stay fairly open for a handwritten face, while joins and curves (notably in bowls and descenders) keep a smooth, continuous feel without connecting letters. Capitals are tall and simplified, and the figures share the same hand-drawn cadence, with varied widths and a slightly springy baseline presence.
Well-suited to short to medium-length display copy such as posters, packaging callouts, storefront or café-style signage, social graphics, and brand accents where an informal handwritten voice is desired. It can also work for subheads or pull quotes, especially when paired with a neutral text face for longer reading.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with an informal energy that feels conversational and upbeat. Its brushy texture and buoyant curves give it a nostalgic, handcrafted flavor that reads as personal rather than corporate.
Likely drawn to capture the immediacy of quick brush lettering in a tidy, repeatable alphabet—balancing spontaneity with enough consistency for reliable setting in titles and promotional typography.
The design maintains consistent stroke personality across uppercase, lowercase, and numerals, helping mixed-case settings feel cohesive. Descenders and entry/exit strokes are pronounced enough to add character, so the face tends to look best when given a bit of breathing room in line spacing.