Wacky Lariw 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids, party invites, playful, quirky, hand-cut, whimsical, casual, expressiveness, humor, handmade, attention-grab, jagged, choppy, wedge-ended, uneven rhythm, high-ink.
A chunky display face with irregular, hand-cut geometry and confidently heavy strokes. Forms are built from blunt curves and angled wedges, with slightly unstable baselines and variable letter widths that create a lively, uneven rhythm. Counters tend to be open and simplified, terminals often taper into pointed or chiseled tips, and many joins feel intentionally roughened rather than smooth. The overall texture is dense and dark, optimized for attention at larger sizes rather than continuous reading.
Best used for posters, splashy headlines, event graphics, and packaging where a fun, offbeat voice is needed. It also fits children’s materials, playful signage, and short social or editorial callouts where character matters more than neutrality.
The tone is mischievous and cartoonish, with a homemade, cut-paper energy that feels more playful than polished. Its deliberate wobble and sharp little spur-like terminals suggest humor, spontaneity, and a lightly chaotic personality suited to informal messaging.
The design appears intended to deliver instant personality through irregular, hand-made letterforms—prioritizing expressive silhouette and visual punch over strict regularity. It aims to look intentionally imperfect and energetic, helping text feel animated and informal.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent rough-cut logic, while individual letters introduce small idiosyncrasies that enhance the novelty feel. The numerals match the same chunky, slightly skewed construction, keeping the set cohesive for short, punchy lines.