Print Umlen 11 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, posters, packaging, social media, headlines, energetic, casual, playful, handmade, expressive, handwritten feel, casual emphasis, friendly voice, quick signage, brushy, slanted, compact, rounded, bouncy.
A compact, slanted handwritten print with brush-like strokes and smoothly rounded terminals. The letters show a lively, slightly irregular rhythm, with narrow proportions and a tight, upright-leaning skeleton that keeps words dense on the line. Strokes stay largely even in thickness, with subtle swelling at curves and ends that suggests a marker or brush pen. Counters are small and shapes are simplified for speed, while descenders and ascenders add a bouncy vertical cadence.
This style works best for branding moments that want a human touch—logos, labels, packaging callouts, posters, and social media graphics. It also performs well for short headlines, quotes, and captions where the compact width helps fit more characters without losing the handwritten character.
The overall tone is informal and upbeat, with a quick, personable “written on the spot” feel. Its brisk slant and punchy, compact forms give it an energetic voice that reads as friendly rather than formal or delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a fast, brush-written look that stays legible while retaining the natural variation of hand lettering. It prioritizes personality and momentum over strict geometric consistency, aiming for an approachable, contemporary casual voice.
Capitals are assertive and gestural, pairing well with the more relaxed lowercase for mixed-case emphasis. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, keeping a consistent stroke feel and forward motion that suits casual display and short text lines.