Print Arlok 17 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, packaging, greeting cards, kids branding, posters, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, handmade, handmade warmth, approachability, casual legibility, playful tone, space saving, monoline, rounded, bouncy, quirky, airy.
A slender, monoline handwritten print with rounded terminals and a gently irregular rhythm. Letterforms are tall and narrow, with smooth, slightly wobbly strokes that feel drawn rather than constructed. Curves are soft and open, counters stay generous for the width, and spacing reads even but not mechanical, giving text a light, airy texture. Numerals share the same simple, hand-rendered logic, with modest quirks that keep the set cohesive.
This font is well suited to short headlines, display copy, and brand accents where a friendly handwritten tone is desired—such as packaging, invitations, greeting cards, and educational or kid-focused materials. It can also work for posters and social graphics when set with comfortable line spacing to preserve its airy texture.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a casual, doodled charm. Its narrow, tall proportions add a whimsical, storybook-like flavor while remaining clean enough to read in short passages. The small inconsistencies in stroke and curvature contribute to a warm, human voice rather than a polished corporate feel.
The design appears intended to capture the feel of neat, hand-printed lettering in a tall, space-saving format. Its goal is to stay legible while conveying personality through subtle irregularities, rounded finishes, and a lightly playful rhythm.
Ascenders and capitals extend prominently, creating a lively vertical cadence. Curved forms (like C, G, O, S) lean toward open shapes, and the alphabet maintains consistent stroke weight without calligraphic swelling, reinforcing the informal printed-handwriting character.