Print Arkob 17 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, very short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, greeting cards, children’s titles, playful, whimsical, friendly, quirky, casual, handwritten charm, space-saving display, friendly tone, informal clarity, monoline, tall, condensed, airy, loopy.
A tall, condensed handwritten print with a monoline stroke and softly rounded terminals. The letterforms are slim and slightly elastic, with gentle wobble and uneven rhythm that preserves a drawn-by-hand feel while remaining clearly legible. Curves are narrow and vertical (notably in bowls and counters), and many forms rely on long straight stems with occasional hooked or looped finishes. Spacing appears open and consistent enough for text, with proportions that emphasize height over width across both letters and numerals.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where its tall, narrow rhythm can become a recognizable signature—such as headlines, posters, book covers, packaging, and greeting cards. It can also work for playful UI labels or captions when a casual, handwritten tone is desired, especially where horizontal space is limited.
The overall tone is lighthearted and personable, with a quirky, storybook-like charm. Its narrow, wiry forms and subtle irregularities give it a human, conversational character rather than a polished corporate voice. The texture reads as friendly and informal, suitable for messaging that wants to feel approachable and a bit eccentric.
The design appears intended to provide a clean, readable handwritten print that feels informal and charming while maintaining a consistent, vertically oriented structure. It prioritizes personality and a distinctive narrow silhouette over strict geometric regularity, aiming for friendly display typography with a human touch.
Capitals are especially tall and lean, creating a distinctive vertical skyline, while the lowercase keeps a modest presence that reinforces the handwritten impression. Numerals follow the same slim, simple construction and stay visually consistent with the alphabet, supporting cohesive mixed-content settings like headings with dates or prices.