Print Noma 9 is a regular weight, wide, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, children's, social media, headlines, casual, playful, friendly, handmade, approachable, human touch, informality, approachability, cheerfulness, rounded, bouncy, brushy, loose, organic.
A lively hand-drawn print with rounded forms, soft corners, and a subtly brushy stroke texture. Letter shapes are generally open and legible, with gently irregular curves and slight width variation that keeps the rhythm informal. Strokes show mild tapering and occasional swelling, suggesting quick marker or brush-pen pressure rather than constructed geometry. Terminals are mostly blunt and smooth, and counters stay generous, helping the alphabet and numerals read clearly even with the natural wobble.
This font suits short-to-medium text where a friendly, informal voice is desired—such as posters, packaging callouts, labels, classroom materials, kids-oriented projects, and social media graphics. It also works well for headings, quotes, and signage-style phrases where a handwritten look should stay readable at a glance.
The overall tone is warm, spontaneous, and upbeat—more like neat handwriting on a note than a polished display script. Its relaxed slant and buoyant proportions give it a conversational feel that can soften messaging and add personality without becoming messy.
The design appears intended to capture the charm of quick, tidy hand lettering—prioritizing personality and ease over strict uniformity. It aims for an approachable, everyday aesthetic that feels human and lightly expressive while remaining broadly legible.
Capitals are simple and sturdy with a drawn-by-hand consistency, while lowercase forms keep a compact, note-like presence that emphasizes the handwritten character. Numerals match the same casual logic, with rounded silhouettes and slight stroke irregularities that feel cohesive in mixed settings.