Print Alkub 1 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, quotes, greeting cards, casual, airy, lively, handmade, friendly, handwritten feel, informal display, personal tone, quick note, slanted, monoline, looped, tall ascenders, open forms.
A slim, slanted handwritten print with a clean monoline feel and gently tapered terminals. The letterforms are tall and spare, with generous vertical reach, compact bowls, and open counters that keep the texture light on the page. Strokes move with a quick, continuous rhythm, showing subtle curve transitions and occasional looped entries/exits on letters like g, y, and j. Capitals are simple and legible with an understated calligraphic influence, while numerals follow the same narrow, flowing construction for a consistent overall color.
Works well for short-to-medium display settings such as posters, invitations, packaging callouts, quote graphics, and greeting card copy where a personal handwritten tone is desired. It can also suit branding accents or social media typography when set with comfortable tracking and moderate line spacing.
The font conveys an informal, breezy tone—confident but not formal—suggesting quick notes, personal labeling, and relaxed display copy. Its tall, lean rhythm feels modern and upbeat, with a lightly expressive hand-drawn character that reads as approachable rather than polished or ceremonial.
Designed to emulate fast, neat handwriting in an unconnected print style, balancing legibility with a touch of natural gesture. The intention appears to be a lightweight, space-saving handwritten voice that stays consistent across the alphabet while retaining subtle human variation.
Spacing appears intentionally loose and open, helping the narrow forms breathe in words and reducing visual congestion. The slant is consistent across upper and lowercase, and the shapes prioritize readability over ornament, with modest flourishes kept to descenders and a few entry strokes.