Print Afkop 8 is a light, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: greeting cards, packaging, invitations, posters, social graphics, casual, friendly, playful, personal, relaxed, handwritten warmth, everyday notes, casual display, friendly tone, monoline, hand-drawn, rounded, bouncy, open counters.
A lively handwritten print with a gentle rightward slant and monoline strokes. Letterforms are loosely constructed with rounded turns, slightly uneven stroke endings, and a casual baseline rhythm that mimics quick pen writing. Proportions are compact and vertically oriented, with open counters and simplified shapes that keep the alphabet readable while retaining an organic, hand-drawn irregularity. Numerals follow the same informal logic, with soft curves and uncomplicated forms.
Well-suited to short-to-medium text where a personable voice is desired, such as greeting cards, invitations, product packaging, café menus, and social media graphics. It also works nicely for headings and pull quotes where a casual handwritten impression can add warmth and approachability.
The tone is approachable and conversational, like neat notes or friendly labeling. Its slight wobble and relaxed spacing give it an easygoing, human feel that reads as informal and upbeat rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of everyday handwriting while staying legible and consistent in continuous reading. It balances informal charm with clear, straightforward letterforms for versatile display and light text use.
Uppercase and lowercase maintain a consistent stroke texture, with mild variations in curvature and stroke terminals that add character without becoming messy. The overall texture stays smooth and even across longer text, creating a light, airy color on the page.