Script Edlag 10 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, invitations, vintage, playful, folksy, whimsical, storybook, handcrafted feel, display impact, nostalgic charm, decorative emphasis, brushy, swashy, calligraphic, rounded, bouncy.
This typeface uses bold, high-contrast strokes with a brush-pen flavor: broad main stems and tapered entries and exits. Letterforms are upright overall but show lively, hand-shaped modulation, with rounded terminals, small teardrop-like joins, and occasional swashy hooks on capitals. Curves are generous and slightly irregular in a controlled way, giving the rhythm a bouncy, human cadence rather than strict geometric repetition. Lowercase forms sit compactly with a relatively small x-height and prominent ascenders/descenders, while figures are simple, sturdy, and consistent with the brushy modulation.
It performs best in display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and storefront-style signage where its swashy capitals and brush contrast can be appreciated. It can also suit invitations and short editorial callouts, especially when paired with a simpler companion for body copy.
The font conveys a warm, nostalgic tone with a playful, storybook charm. Its energetic swashes and rounded, inked shapes feel friendly and crafted, suggesting handmade signage, classic cartoons, or festive printed ephemera rather than a formal corporate voice.
The design appears intended to emulate confident hand-lettering with a brush or flexible nib, combining bold presence with decorative swashes for a distinctive display voice. Its proportions and contrast prioritize character and rhythm over neutral text utility, aiming to make short phrases feel crafted and expressive.
Capitals tend to carry the most personality, with distinctive curled or flared strokes that can add emphasis in headings. In continuous text the strong stroke contrast and expressive terminals create a pronounced texture, so spacing and size will strongly influence readability.