Print Alnaf 8 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, menus, social media, casual, energetic, handwritten, retro, friendly, informality, speed, personality, human touch, display impact, leaning, condensed, brushy, monoline, spontaneous.
A slanted, handwritten print style with a condensed footprint and lively rhythm. Strokes read as low-contrast and mostly monoline, with subtle brush-like swelling at curves and terminals. Letterforms are slightly irregular in width and spacing, reinforcing a natural, hand-drawn cadence while staying consistent enough for continuous text. Terminals tend to be tapered or softly hooked, and many glyphs show simplified, open counters that keep the texture light and fast-moving.
Best suited for short to medium-length display use where a personal, handwritten voice is desired—such as posters, packaging labels, café menus, event promos, and social graphics. It can also work for pull quotes or callouts in editorial layouts when set with generous tracking and line spacing.
The overall tone is casual and upbeat, like quick marker or brush lettering used for notes, menus, and informal headlines. Its forward lean and narrow proportions create a sense of motion and urgency, while the rounded joins and soft terminals keep it approachable rather than aggressive.
The design appears intended to capture fast, informal handwriting in a legible, print-like alphabet. By combining a consistent slant with condensed proportions and subtle brush modulation, it aims to deliver a lively, human feel that stands out in display settings while remaining readable.
Capitals are tall and streamlined, with a noticeable handwritten variance between straight strokes and curved bowls. The numerals follow the same quick, cursive-adjacent construction, with simple shapes and occasional hooks that add personality without becoming overly decorative.