Print Bodes 16 is a light, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, greeting cards, packaging, social media, casual, friendly, playful, approachable, quirky, handwritten realism, casual legibility, friendly tone, informal branding, monoline, rounded, loose, hand-drawn, open counters.
A casual, hand-drawn print face with monoline strokes and softly rounded terminals. The letterforms lean gently and feel loosely constructed, with subtle wobble and uneven stroke rhythm that preserves a natural marker/pen texture. Proportions are open and airy, with generous curves and slightly irregular widths that keep the texture lively across words and lines. The lowercase is simple and readable with clear bowls and open apertures, while capitals stay informal rather than geometric or rigid.
Works well for short to medium-length copy where a human, informal tone is desired—such as headlines, posters, invitations, greeting cards, and playful packaging. It also suits social graphics and educational or kid-friendly materials where clarity and warmth matter more than strict typographic precision.
The overall tone is warm and personable, suggesting an easygoing, conversational voice. Its slight slant and relaxed stroke flow add motion and charm, giving text a friendly, handmade feel without becoming overly decorative.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, neat handwriting in an unconnected print style—prioritizing friendliness and legibility while retaining the natural variation of drawn strokes. It aims to add personality and approachability to contemporary layouts without relying on heavy contrast or ornamental detail.
Spacing reads comfortable and breathable, helping the irregularities feel intentional rather than noisy. Rounded joins and soft corners reduce sharpness, which keeps paragraphs light and inviting even at larger sizes.