Print Esma 5 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, social media, headlines, short quotes, casual, energetic, handmade, friendly, playful, handmade feel, expressive display, casual branding, punchy emphasis, brushy, textured, slanted, rounded, bouncy.
A compact, right-slanted hand-drawn print with thick, brush-like strokes and visibly organic edges. Letterforms are narrow and slightly irregular in width, with rounded terminals and occasional wedge-like entry/exit strokes that suggest a quick marker or brush pen. Curves are full and somewhat compressed, counters stay open for readability, and the overall rhythm feels lively rather than mechanically consistent.
Best suited for display settings where a handmade voice is desirable: posters, packaging callouts, social graphics, event flyers, and short headline copy. It can also work for branding accents and labels, especially when paired with a simpler text face for longer reading.
The tone is informal and upbeat, with a spirited, sketchbook energy that reads as approachable and human. Its brisk slant and dense strokes give it a punchy presence, making it feel expressive and conversational rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to capture the speed and personality of informal hand lettering in a sturdy, high-impact style. It prioritizes immediacy and character—brush texture, slanted motion, and compact proportions—to deliver energetic emphasis in short bursts of text.
The texture and minor stroke wobble are consistent across letters and numerals, helping it feel cohesive as a single hand. Capitals are tall and emphatic, while lowercase remains compact and bouncy; numerals follow the same casual, handwritten logic with rounded shapes and assertive diagonals.