Print Kydel 1 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Romper' by DearType, 'DIN Next' and 'DIN Next Paneuropean' by Monotype, and 'Miso' by Mårten Nettelbladt (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids media, stickers, playful, friendly, quirky, casual, bubbly, approachability, fun emphasis, informality, handmade feel, rounded, chunky, soft, cartoonish, bouncy.
A chunky, rounded print style with softly inflated strokes and consistently smooth, monoline-like thickness. Corners are heavily eased into pill-shaped terminals, and curves dominate over sharp angles, giving the alphabet a soft, rubbery silhouette. Proportions are compact with narrow letter bodies, while counters stay open enough to remain legible at display sizes. The rhythm is bouncy and slightly irregular in a hand-drawn way, with simple, sturdy forms and minimal detailing.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, playful branding, packaging callouts, and children’s materials. It can work well for labels, invitations, and social graphics where a friendly, hand-made tone is desired. For longer passages, the heavy presence and bouncy rhythm suggest using it sparingly as a display face.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, leaning toward kid-friendly and lighthearted communication. Its rounded shapes and buoyant spacing give it a humorous, informal feel that reads as homemade and personable rather than formal or technical.
The design appears intended to deliver an easygoing, hand-drawn personality with high visibility and a soft, rounded presence. It prioritizes charm and immediacy over precision, aiming to feel warm, humorous, and approachable in display settings.
Uppercase and lowercase maintain a consistent visual voice, with simplified constructions and a strong preference for rounded joins. Numerals follow the same soft, weighty geometry and feel designed for clarity in short bursts rather than dense text.