Print Akraf 1 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, invites, greeting cards, posters, headlines, casual, friendly, lively, handmade, airy, handwritten feel, approachability, informality, note-like tone, slanted, calligraphic, looped, rounded, open.
A slanted, handwritten print style with smooth, tapered strokes and subtly uneven rhythm that keeps the texture human while remaining consistent. Letterforms are mostly open and rounded, with soft terminals and occasional looped joins in the lowercase (notably in letters like g, y, and j). Proportions vary slightly from glyph to glyph, with narrow, upright counters in many capitals and a comparatively compact x-height that gives the lowercase a light, nimble profile. Numerals follow the same gently cursive construction, with curved strokes and clear, uncomplicated silhouettes.
Works well for short to medium-length text where a human, conversational tone is desired—such as packaging, invitations, greeting cards, posters, and headline treatments. It can also suit pull quotes or UI accents when used at comfortable sizes to preserve the delicate stroke modulation.
The overall tone is informal and personable, like quick, neat handwriting on a note or label. Its slant and flowing curves add a hint of elegance without feeling formal, creating an upbeat, approachable voice that reads as friendly and spontaneous.
The design seems intended to capture the feel of tidy, quick handwriting with a graceful slant, balancing charm and readability. It aims for a natural written cadence rather than strict typographic rigidity, giving layouts a warm, personal finish.
Spacing appears moderately loose and even, helping the slanted forms stay legible in words and short lines. The mix of printed separation and occasional cursive-like loop behavior adds character while keeping letters recognizable at a glance.