Print Vakaz 12 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: kids branding, posters, packaging, greeting cards, social graphics, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, handmade, handmade feel, casual display, approachability, whimsy, informal branding, monoline, rounded, bouncy, irregular, sketchy.
A lively handwritten print with monoline strokes, softly rounded terminals, and gently irregular curves that preserve a drawn-by-hand feel. Letterforms are generally upright and compact, with tight, narrow proportions and variable character widths that create a bouncy rhythm. Strokes show subtle wobble and small asymmetries, with simplified shapes and occasional hooked or tapered joins that mimic quick marker or pen writing. Spacing looks naturally uneven in a controlled way, contributing to an informal texture in both capitals and lowercase.
Well-suited to short display text where warmth and personality are more important than strict uniformity, such as kids-oriented branding, posters, labels and packaging, greeting cards, and casual social or editorial graphics. It can also work for headings or pull quotes when you want an informal, handwritten tone without connected script.
The overall tone is lighthearted and approachable, with a spontaneous, personal voice that feels conversational rather than formal. Its uneven rhythm and whimsical proportions suggest creativity, friendliness, and a slightly quirky charm suited to casual messaging.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of neat hand-printing—legible at a glance, but deliberately imperfect—so layouts feel human, friendly, and unpretentious. Its compact build and consistent monoline strokes aim for a clean, contemporary handmade look that stays readable in short bursts.
Capitals read clearly and maintain a consistent handmade character alongside the lowercase, which leans on simple, open counters and rounded bowls. Numerals match the same casual, drawn construction, keeping the set cohesive for everyday, friendly display use.