Print Kelis 9 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: kids branding, posters, packaging, headlines, social graphics, playful, friendly, casual, comic, youthful, approachability, handmade feel, high impact, cheerfulness, informality, rounded, chunky, bouncy, informal, marker-like.
A chunky handwritten print with thick, rounded strokes and smooth, blunted terminals. Letterforms are unconnected and slightly irregular, with a gentle wobble in curves and a hand-drawn rhythm that varies subtly from glyph to glyph. Counters stay fairly open despite the heavy weight, and many shapes lean on simple, circular construction (notably in O/0 and rounded bowls). Proportions feel lively and uneven in a deliberate way, with occasional exaggerated joins and soft angles that keep the texture dense but readable.
Best suited to short-to-medium display settings where a friendly, informal voice is desired: children’s materials, casual branding, snack or craft packaging, event posters, and social media graphics. It can also work for emphasis in UI elements or labels when a warm, hand-drawn feel is more important than strict typographic regularity.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, like bold marker lettering on posters, worksheets, or packaging. Its bouncy silhouettes and soft corners give it a lighthearted, kid-friendly energy while still feeling confident and attention-getting.
The design appears intended to mimic bold, quick hand-lettering with a marker-like feel—prioritizing warmth, personality, and immediacy over geometric precision. Its rounded construction and consistent heaviness aim for strong visibility and an inviting, approachable presence.
Capitals and lowercase share a consistent, rounded construction, with lowercase forms that read as simplified print handwriting rather than cursive. Numerals match the same soft, inflated look, keeping a cohesive color in text. Spacing appears naturally loose and organic, contributing to an informal, hand-lettered texture.