Print Erri 9 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, branding, headlines, social media, playful, handmade, bold, casual, cheeky, handmade feel, expressive display, bold impact, casual voice, textured look, brushy, inky, textured, chunky, rounded.
A heavy, hand-drawn print with thick, brush-like strokes and visibly irregular edges that create a textured, inky silhouette. Forms are generally compact and slightly condensed, with rounded corners and occasional wedge-like stroke endings that suggest a marker or dry-brush tool. Stroke weight is broadly consistent but shows natural pressure variation and small shape wobble, giving the alphabet a lively rhythm rather than strict geometric uniformity. Counters are small and sometimes asymmetrical, and spacing appears organically varied, reinforcing the handmade construction.
This font is well suited to posters, bold headlines, packaging, casual branding, and social media graphics where a handmade, tactile presence is an asset. It performs best at display sizes, especially for short phrases, labels, and attention-grabbing callouts where its texture and irregular rhythm can be appreciated.
The overall tone is energetic and informal, with a friendly roughness that feels spontaneous and human. Its chunky strokes and uneven contours give it a playful, slightly mischievous voice—more zine and craft than polished corporate. The texture reads as bold and confident while still approachable.
The design appears intended to mimic an expressive hand-painted or marker-written print style, prioritizing personality and impact over typographic neutrality. Its compact proportions, thick strokes, and rough edge texture aim to deliver a strong, human-made feel for lively, informal communication.
Uppercase and lowercase share the same hand-rendered logic, with simple, sturdy structures and minimal refinement. Numerals match the alphabet’s brushy weight and irregular contours, supporting cohesive headline and short-text use where characterful texture is desired. The font’s density and tight interior spaces can make fine details merge at small sizes, so it benefits from generous sizing and breathing room.