Print Venoy 9 is a light, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, greeting cards, branding, playful, whimsical, casual, friendly, storybook, handmade charm, friendly voice, playful display, monoline, hand-drawn, bouncy, quirky, open forms.
A slim, hand-drawn print face with mostly monoline strokes and gentle, organic modulation that feels like marker or pen on paper. Letters are tall and condensed with generous interior space and slightly uneven curves, giving a lively rhythm rather than rigid geometry. Terminals are softly tapered or rounded, and many shapes show subtle asymmetry (notably in bowls and hooks), reinforcing the handmade character. Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent narrow skeleton, while figures are simple and airy, matching the light, open texture of the letters.
Well suited to short-to-medium lines where personality is a priority: children’s materials, playful branding, product packaging, invitations and greeting cards, and posters or headings. It can also work for pull quotes or captions when a friendly, hand-rendered tone is desired and plenty of breathing room is available.
The overall tone is lighthearted and approachable, with a whimsical, storybook feel. Its bouncy proportions and informal drawing lend a conversational, human presence that reads as playful rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, hand-printed lettering with a tall, condensed profile—delivering charm and readability while preserving the natural irregularities that signal a human touch.
Spacing appears intentionally loose for such narrow forms, helping counters stay clear at text sizes. Distinctive, slightly idiosyncratic details—like hooked descenders and softly irregular curves—add personality but also make the face feel best when used for expressive, characterful setting rather than strict typographic neutrality.