Print Vakud 14 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, branding, posters, book covers, headlines, friendly, casual, approachable, playful, homespun, hand-lettered feel, friendly readability, informal voice, everyday signage, rounded, soft, open, humanist, lively.
A clean, hand-drawn print style with smooth, rounded strokes and a gently varied rhythm that keeps the letterforms feeling human rather than mechanical. Curves are generous and open, with softened terminals and occasional subtle flaring, while verticals stay steady and upright. Proportions lean airy and readable, with simple, uncluttered shapes and a modest, natural irregularity that suggests marker or pen lettering without looking messy. Numerals follow the same relaxed construction, pairing clear silhouettes with softly curved joins.
Well suited to packaging, small-brand identity work, posters, and editorial headlines where an informal, personable voice is needed. It can also support short-to-medium blocks of text in friendly contexts (menus, signage, classroom materials) where warmth and legibility are both priorities.
The font communicates an easygoing, friendly tone—informal and welcoming, with a lighthearted warmth that feels personal and conversational. It reads as approachable and slightly whimsical without becoming overly quirky or novelty-driven.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, everyday handwriting in an unconnected print form—prioritizing friendliness and readability while preserving the natural cadence of hand lettering. It aims to provide an approachable alternative to rigid sans or serif text faces for casual communication.
Spacing and stroke behavior create a calm, even color in text, while the gentle inconsistencies add character at display sizes. Rounded counters and smooth joins help maintain clarity in mixed-case settings and common pangram-style copy.