Print Ardes 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids, crafts, labels, friendly, quirky, casual, approachable, playful, handwritten feel, casual readability, space-saving, friendly tone, rounded, monoline, hand-drawn, tall, condensed.
A tall, condensed handwritten print with monoline strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are simplified and clean, with a slightly irregular, hand-drawn rhythm that shows in subtle stroke wobble and varied curvature. Ascenders are long and narrow, counters are compact, and spacing feels airy due to the slim proportions. Uppercase forms lean toward simple geometric constructions, while lowercase adds a more organic, note-like feel (including a single-storey a and g) that keeps the texture informal.
Works well for short-to-medium text in posters, playful branding, packaging callouts, labels, and DIY/craft applications where a personable handwritten print is desired. Its condensed proportions can help fit more characters into tight spaces while keeping a casual, friendly voice.
The overall tone is friendly and lightly quirky, like neat marker lettering used for labels, classroom materials, or casual posters. It reads as approachable and human, with just enough imperfection to feel personal without becoming messy.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, hand-drawn marker or pen printing with a consistent monoline feel, prioritizing clarity and a warm, informal personality over strict geometric precision.
The narrow build creates a strong vertical cadence in text, and the straightforward numerals match the same hand-rendered simplicity. Round characters (O, Q, C, G) maintain consistent stroke weight, while straight-sided letters (I, L, T, E) emphasize the font’s tall, tidy silhouette.