Cursive Okraf 8 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, very short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, greeting cards, social posts, quotes, packaging, airy, friendly, casual, whimsical, handmade, handwritten realism, casual charm, space saving, legibility, monoline, loopy, tall ascenders, long descenders, open counters.
A delicate, monoline handwritten script with tall, slender letterforms and softly rounded terminals. Strokes keep a consistent pen-like thickness, with gentle curves and occasional looped joins that create a light, flowing rhythm. Uppercase forms are simplified and elongated, often resembling narrow drawn capitals, while lowercase includes frequent ascenders/descenders and small bowls that keep the text texture lively. Spacing feels natural and slightly uneven in an intentional way, reinforcing the hand-drawn character while maintaining clear silhouettes in words and numbers.
This font suits short-to-medium phrases where a friendly handwritten tone is desired, such as invitations, greeting cards, social graphics, product labels, and lightweight branding accents. It can also work for headings or pull quotes paired with a simple sans serif for body copy, keeping readability while preserving an informal, personal feel.
The overall tone is personable and informal, suggesting quick notes, invitations, and everyday handwriting. Its narrow, airy rhythm reads as lighthearted and approachable, with a subtle playful flair from the loops and tall proportions. The font feels modern-casual rather than formal calligraphy.
The design appears intended to emulate neat, everyday handwriting—light on ornament, narrow in footprint, and easy to set in quick phrases. Its consistent monoline stroke and tidy letter construction aim to balance a handcrafted look with dependable legibility.
In running text, the script maintains a steady baseline and upright posture, with moderate connectivity between letters. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, staying simple and readable with rounded shapes and minimal ornament. The capitals stand out as taller, clean linear forms, creating a clear hierarchy when used for initials or short headings.