Designers Note
Treppenwitz is a quirky, hand-drawn display font with an offbeat charm and irregular letterforms that evoke spontaneity and wit. Its playful strokes and uneven baseline give it a conversational, almost scribbled feel—perfect for headlines, posters, or any design needing a touch of eccentric personality. Ideal for creative projects where originality and humor take center stage.
Treppenwitz (literally: ‘Staircase Wit’) is a German word describing a conversational remark that only occurs to someone after the opportunity to make it has passed. I love words like this: they can sum up a whole sentence or a complex train of thought.
Treppenwitz font is hand brushed. It’s a little uneven, a little shaky, but will look good on product packaging and book covers. Comes with loads of diacritics and double letter ligatures as well.
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