Print Orbav 8 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, headlines, social media, quotes, friendly, casual, handmade, playful, approachable, handmade feel, casual voice, friendly branding, quick notes, informal display, brushed, rounded, slanted, loose, monoline.
A lively handwritten print with a consistent rightward slant and smooth, brush-like stroke endings. Forms are compact and narrow, with rounded turns, soft terminals, and subtly tapered entry/exit strokes that keep the line weight feeling even. Proportions are slightly irregular in a natural way, and spacing follows an organic rhythm rather than strict geometric uniformity, helping the alphabet feel drawn rather than engineered.
Best suited to short to medium text in display contexts such as packaging, café menus, posters, social graphics, greeting cards, and pull quotes. It performs well where a human, informal tone is desired, especially in headings, labels, and branded phrases rather than dense body copy.
The overall tone is informal and personable, with a breezy, conversational energy. Its gentle slant and soft curves read as friendly and relaxed, suggesting everyday notes, casual signage, and cheerful messaging rather than formal communication.
The design appears intended to capture the look of quick, confident marker or brush writing in a clean, unconnected print style. It prioritizes warmth and immediacy over strict typographic regularity, aiming for an authentic handwritten feel that remains broadly legible.
Capitals are simple and legible with minimal ornamentation, while lowercase maintains a modest x-height and narrow counters that reinforce the compact texture. Numerals match the same handwritten cadence, with rounded shapes and open forms that stay readable at moderate sizes.