Print Kelis 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, children’s, stickers, social media, playful, friendly, casual, youthful, bubbly, handmade feel, warmth, approachability, fun, informality, rounded, bouncy, chunky, soft, hand-drawn.
A chunky, rounded hand-drawn style with thick, brush-like strokes and softly tapered terminals. Letterforms lean gently and maintain an informal, slightly uneven rhythm, with subtle stroke wobble and variable character widths that reinforce a natural marker/brush feel. Counters are open and simplified, and curves are generously inflated, producing high color on the page while keeping shapes readable in short bursts.
Well-suited to short display settings such as posters, playful packaging, kids-focused materials, stickers, and upbeat social graphics where personality is more important than typographic neutrality. It also works for headings and callouts that need a friendly, handmade presence, especially when set with generous spacing and simple layouts.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a lively, bouncy energy that feels conversational and spontaneous. Its softened edges and exaggerated roundness give it a warm, kid-friendly personality that reads as informal rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering done with a thick marker or brush, prioritizing warmth and immediacy. Its rounded construction and slight irregularities aim to communicate approachability and fun while remaining legible for display use.
Caps and lowercase share a consistent, hand-rendered construction, with many forms favoring simple, single-story shapes and broad curves. Numerals match the same soft, inflated geometry, helping mixed text (headlines, labels, short phrases) feel cohesive.