Cursive Diraf 12 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, logotypes, invitations, packaging, headlines, elegant, romantic, expressive, fashion, handwritten, handwritten feel, display impact, signature style, decorative flair, calligraphic, flourished, swashy, looped, dynamic.
A flowing script with a pronounced rightward slant and high-contrast, brush-like strokes that taper into fine hairlines. Letterforms are tall and compact, with tight spacing and a lively, variable rhythm that alternates between thin connecting strokes and heavier downstrokes. Capitals feature generous loops and occasional swashes, while the lowercase maintains a delicate baseline connection and a notably low x-height, creating an airy midline and elongated ascenders/descenders. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic, with curved terminals and stroke modulation that matches the letters.
Best suited for short, prominent text such as brand marks, product names, invitations, and editorial-style headings where its swashes and contrast can read clearly. It can also work for pull quotes or social graphics, but extended paragraphs may feel busy due to the compact width and strong stroke modulation.
The overall tone is graceful and personal, balancing polish with spontaneity. Its looping capitals and ink-like contrast suggest a romantic, boutique feel suited to expressive statements rather than neutral text.
Designed to emulate quick, stylish calligraphy with dramatic stroke contrast and expressive capitals, aiming for a refined handwritten look that adds personality to display typography.
Strokes show intentional irregularity typical of a drawn script, with some letters appearing more open and rounded while others tighten into narrow joins, adding movement across words. The strongest visual emphasis lands on capitals and long extenders, which can dominate in mixed-case settings.