Print Ruby 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, social media, headlines, children’s media, friendly, playful, casual, approachable, lively, informality, approachability, handmade feel, energy, readable display, rounded, brushy, hand-drawn, bouncy, soft terminals.
A compact, right-leaning handwritten print with thick, rounded strokes and smooth, brush-like modulation. Letterforms are simplified and slightly bouncy, with softened corners, tapered joins, and a steady forward rhythm that keeps lines moving. Counters are generally open and generous for the weight, while widths vary from glyph to glyph in a natural, drawn way; capitals stay clean and legible, and the figures share the same slanted, marker-like construction.
Well suited to short headlines, posters, packaging callouts, and social graphics where a friendly handwritten feel is desired. It can also work for invitations, menus, and educational or kids-oriented materials, especially when used at moderate-to-large sizes to preserve clarity.
The overall tone is warm and informal, suggesting quick notes and upbeat signage rather than formal correspondence. Its energetic slant and rounded, inky shapes give it a cheerful, personable voice that feels conversational and contemporary.
Designed to deliver a bold handwritten print look that feels quick, human, and upbeat, while remaining readable in mixed-case text. The construction prioritizes smooth brush-like strokes and an energetic forward lean to convey motion and approachability.
The style reads like a confident felt-tip or brush marker: strokes end in blunted or slightly tapered terminals, and curves remain smooth rather than textured. In text settings the consistent slant and rhythmic spacing create an easy flow, while the heavier stroke presence gives it strong impact at headline sizes.