Print Menov 9 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s, packaging, posters, headlines, craft branding, playful, friendly, handmade, casual, quirky, approachability, handmade charm, playful display, casual voice, rounded, bouncy, chunky, soft terminals, slightly irregular.
A chunky, hand-drawn print style with rounded strokes and softly blunted terminals. Letterforms show gentle irregularity in curve tension and stroke edges, creating an organic, marker-like texture while maintaining clear, readable silhouettes. Proportions lean tall with compact bowls and a modest x-height, and spacing feels lively with slight unevenness that reinforces the handmade rhythm. Numerals and capitals follow the same rounded, simplified construction for a cohesive set.
Well suited for children’s materials, playful branding, and packaging that benefits from an approachable handwritten voice. It works best in headlines, short statements, signage, and poster-style typography where its bouncy rhythm and chunky strokes can be appreciated. For longer text, it’s most effective in brief passages or callouts where an informal, friendly emphasis is desired.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a whimsical, doodled energy. Its friendly bounce and soft shapes give it a lighthearted, informal character that feels human and conversational rather than formal or technical.
Likely intended to deliver a cheerful, handmade print look with strong legibility and an inviting personality. The rounded construction and gentle irregularities suggest a design aimed at casual communication and expressive display typography rather than strict typographic neutrality.
The design balances consistency with intentional imperfections: repeated forms stay recognizable, but small variations in curves and joins keep the line from feeling mechanical. The heavier stroke and rounded counters help maintain clarity at display sizes while preserving a casual, crafted feel.