Print Rykum 21 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, branding, social media, friendly, playful, casual, handmade, vintage, hand-lettered feel, informal display, warm branding, signage tone, brushy, rounded, soft terminals, lively rhythm, bouncy.
A slanted, brush-influenced print face with thick, rounded strokes and softly tapered terminals. Letterforms are compact and slightly condensed, with a lively baseline bounce and subtle width variation that keeps the texture animated. Counters are generous for the weight, and many capitals show simplified, swooping constructions that read like quick marker lettering rather than formal calligraphy. The numerals follow the same hand-drawn logic, with bold, smooth shapes and informal proportions.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where a friendly handmade voice is desired—posters, café or retail signage, product packaging, labels, and brand marks. It can also work for pull quotes or social graphics, while extended body text may feel dense due to the heavy strokes and animated rhythm.
The font projects an upbeat, personable tone—approachable and a bit nostalgic—like signage or packaging written with a confident marker. Its energetic slant and rounded forms create a warm, conversational feel that stays legible while still looking handcrafted.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering in an unconnected print style, balancing bold presence with easy readability. It aims to deliver a casual, energetic texture that feels personal and informal in branding and promotional settings.
Stroke joins tend to be smooth and continuous, with minimal sharp corners, which helps maintain a cohesive, inked look across uppercase, lowercase, and figures. The sample text shows an even, readable color at display sizes, with enough irregularity to feel human without becoming messy.