Print Laliz 9 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, very short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, greeting cards, playful, quirky, friendly, handmade, casual, handmade feel, friendly display, casual voice, playful branding, rounded, blobby, bouncy, cartoonish, soft terminals.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with narrow proportions and thick, low-contrast strokes. Forms are simplified and slightly irregular, with soft, rounded terminals and gently uneven curves that feel marker- or brush-drawn. Spacing and widths vary by glyph, creating a lively rhythm; several letters show idiosyncratic shapes (notably the bowls and curves), while keeping an overall consistent, legible silhouette. Numerals and punctuation match the same stout, rounded construction and informal texture.
Best suited to short display copy such as headlines, posters, covers, labels, and playful packaging where a casual hand-drawn voice is desired. It also works well for kid-oriented materials, informal signage, and greeting-card style messaging, especially at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is lighthearted and approachable, with a goofy, cartoon-like energy that reads as personal and handmade. Its bouncy irregularity adds warmth and humor, making text feel conversational rather than formal.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand-printing with a soft marker feel—prioritizing charm and character over precision. Its simplified shapes and rounded massing aim to deliver an instantly friendly, humorous presence in display typography.
At larger sizes the organic wobble and softened corners become a key feature, giving headlines a hand-lettered personality. In dense settings, the narrow build and heavy strokes can make counters feel tight, so it benefits from generous tracking and line spacing.