Print Lagef 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s media, packaging, posters, headlines, stickers, playful, friendly, handmade, whimsical, retro, approachability, handmade feel, display impact, playfulness, rounded, chunky, bouncy, soft terminals, quirky.
A compact, heavy handwritten print with rounded corners and softly blunted terminals. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal contrast, giving the letters a chunky silhouette and a stable overall color. Proportions are tall and slightly condensed, with gentle irregularities in curves and joins that create a hand-drawn rhythm. Counters are generally small and rounded, and details like the single-storey lowercase forms and simple, open constructions keep shapes clear at display sizes.
This font performs best in short to medium display settings where its bold, rounded shapes can carry personality—such as children’s materials, playful branding, packaging, posters, and social graphics. It can also work for labels and product names where a friendly, handmade tone is desired, while extended small-size body text may feel dense due to its heavy strokes and tight counters.
The tone is cheerful and informal, with a slightly quirky, storybook feel. Its bouncy rhythm and softened geometry read as approachable and craft-like rather than strict or technical. The overall impression is playful and warm, suited to lighthearted messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver a hand-printed look with strong impact and easy friendliness, balancing consistency with small irregularities for an authentic drawn feel. Its condensed, chunky forms suggest a focus on attention-grabbing headings and characterful brand moments rather than formal reading text.
Spacing appears even in text while preserving a handmade cadence, and the rounded forms help prevent the heavy weight from feeling harsh. Numerals follow the same soft, chunky logic, reinforcing a cohesive voice across letters and figures.