Script Afnim 2 is a light, very narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, branding, packaging, quotes, headlines, elegant, whimsical, airy, charming, handmade, personal tone, refined script, decorative flair, readable display, looping, calligraphic, monoline feel, lively, delicate.
This font presents a handwritten script with slender strokes and a lively, slightly irregular rhythm. Letterforms are generally upright with tall ascenders and descenders, giving the lines a buoyant verticality, while counters stay open and clear. Strokes show a calligraphic influence: terminals often taper, curves swing smoothly, and several lowercase characters feature generous loops (notably in b, f, g, j, y, and z). Uppercase forms read more like simplified, drawn capitals than formal swash caps, pairing cleanly with the more cursive lowercase. Numerals are simple and lightly styled, matching the font’s delicate, hand-drawn texture.
This font is well suited for invitations, greeting cards, boutique branding, and packaging where a personal, elegant handwritten voice is desired. It works best for short-to-medium text such as headlines, pull quotes, product names, and social graphics, where its loops and tall proportions can breathe. For longer passages, larger sizes and comfortable line spacing will help maintain clarity.
The overall tone is refined yet friendly—more boutique and personal than formal or corporate. Its looping forms and gentle stroke modulation give it a romantic, storybook energy, while the restrained slant keeps it composed and readable. The result feels approachable and handcrafted, with a subtle sense of flourish rather than exuberant ornament.
The design intention appears to be a graceful, pen-written script that balances polish with a natural, human cadence. It aims to deliver an expressive handwritten signature feel—decorative enough to add personality, but structured enough to stay readable across a range of display applications.
Spacing and widths vary naturally across glyphs, reinforcing the handwritten character without looking messy. The sample text shows smooth joins in many lowercase sequences, but the script also tolerates small breaks between letters, helping it remain legible in longer phrases. Capital letters stand out clearly as line starters and can create a slightly playful contrast against the flowing lowercase.