Print Umkom 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, headlines, social media, labels, casual, friendly, playful, handmade, lively, handwritten charm, approachability, informal display, quick marker feel, youthful tone, monoline, rounded, brushy, quirky, bouncy.
An informal handwritten print with a monoline, brush-pen feel and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms lean forward with a quick, rhythmic stroke, showing slight wobble and natural variation in width that reinforces a drawn-by-hand character. Proportions are compact with relatively small lowercase bodies, tall ascenders, and simplified bowls and joins that keep shapes open and readable. Capitals are loose and expressive, pairing smoothly with a modestly sized lowercase for an easy, conversational texture.
Works well for short-to-medium display text where a friendly, handmade voice is desired—packaging, labels, café menus, posters, and social graphics. It can also suit casual branding accents and pull quotes, especially when paired with a clean sans for supporting copy.
The overall tone is upbeat and personable, like quick note-taking with a marker or felt-tip pen. Its gentle slant and bouncy rhythm give it an approachable, youthful energy that feels spontaneous rather than formal.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of hand lettering in an unconnected print style, balancing charm and legibility with a brisk, forward-leaning stroke. It prioritizes personality and warmth over rigid consistency, making it suited for expressive display use.
Spacing appears naturally uneven in a pleasant way, contributing to an organic color in words and lines. Rounded curves and softened corners help maintain legibility while preserving the sketchy, human cadence across both uppercase and lowercase.