Print Refo 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Giriton' by Hazztype, 'Corkboard JNL' by Jeff Levine, 'Lean' by Ogle Studio, 'Almarose' by S&C Type, 'Core Sans G' and 'Core Sans GS' by S-Core, 'Crunold' by Trustha, and 'Coco Sharp' and 'Cocogoose Classic' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children's, stickers, playful, friendly, bouncy, casual, cartoonish, approachability, humor, handmade feel, high impact, informality, rounded, chunky, soft, hand-drawn, inked.
A heavy, slanted hand-drawn print with chunky strokes and generously rounded corners. Letterforms show subtle irregularities in curvature and terminal shape, giving a natural marker/brush feel while keeping a consistent overall rhythm. Counters are compact and often teardrop-like, with soft joins and occasional pinch points that add texture. The lowercase is simple and sturdy, with single-story forms and rounded dots, and the figures are bulbous and highly simplified for strong silhouette recognition.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and playful logos where bold, rounded shapes are an advantage. It also fits children’s materials and casual social graphics, and it works well in single words or brief phrases where its hand-drawn texture can be appreciated.
The font projects a warm, humorous personality with an energetic, bouncy cadence. Its thick, soft shapes read as approachable and kid-friendly, leaning toward a lighthearted, informal voice that feels at home in playful branding and casual messaging.
Designed to deliver a bold, friendly handwritten look with an immediate, graphic presence. The intention appears to be an informal print style that feels drawn with a thick marker, prioritizing charm and personality over strict geometric precision.
Spacing and widths vary slightly from glyph to glyph, reinforcing the handmade character. The slant and heavy mass create strong presence, but the tight counters and dense shapes can make longer passages feel dark at smaller sizes; it benefits from generous size and breathing room.