Print Lurid 12 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, craft labels, social graphics, children’s content, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, handmade, human touch, casual readability, cheerful display, informal branding, rounded, monoline, bouncy, soft, informal.
A casual, hand-drawn print face with monoline strokes and rounded terminals. The letterforms are tall and compact, with slender proportions and a gently uneven rhythm typical of marker or pen lettering. Curves are soft and slightly wobbly, while straight strokes stay clean but not mechanical, creating a consistent handmade texture. Counters are relatively small and apertures tend to be tight, helping the alphabet read as cohesive even at smaller sizes.
This font suits short headlines, packaging callouts, stickers, invitations, and social media graphics where a friendly handmade feel is desirable. It also works well for children’s materials or casual signage, especially when set with generous tracking and ample line spacing to preserve clarity.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a light, conversational energy. Its slightly quirky shapes and bouncy cadence feel informal and personable, suggesting notes, labels, or friendly headlines rather than formal editorial typography.
The design appears intended to mimic neat hand printing with a consistent monoline tool, prioritizing approachability and personality over typographic neutrality. It aims to deliver an easygoing, human voice for display and short text settings.
Distinctive, simplified numeral shapes and single-storey lowercase forms reinforce the handwritten character. The set maintains a steady baseline while allowing small variations in stroke endings and curvature, which adds charm without making the text feel chaotic.