Print Akrud 1 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: greeting cards, invitations, quotes, social graphics, packaging accents, friendly, casual, playful, personal, approachable, informal, human, quick note, warmth, clarity, bouncy, rounded, smooth, tapered, monoline-ish.
The letterforms are monoline-to-slightly-modulated with smooth, brush-pen-like curves and tapered terminals. Strokes keep an open, airy presence, while the overall texture is clean and consistent rather than rough or distressed. Shapes are rounded and slightly bouncy, with generous curves in bowls and loops and a steady rightward slant that reinforces forward motion in text.
It works well for greeting cards, invitations, quotes, social posts, packaging accents, and lifestyle branding where a human touch is desirable. The slanted, smooth forms also suit short paragraphs in posters or editorial callouts, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the handwritten character can be appreciated.
This font feels casual and personable, with a friendly, conversational tone that reads like quick handwritten notes. Its gentle rightward slant and lively rhythm add a playful, easygoing energy without becoming overly theatrical.
The design appears intended to capture the naturalness of everyday handwriting while staying legible in continuous reading. It balances spontaneity with consistency, suggesting a font built for expressive, informal communication rather than rigid typographic formality.
The uppercase set mixes simple, open constructions with occasional looped or swashed strokes, giving headings a slightly more expressive feel than the lowercase. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, staying clear and rounded for casual labeling and display.