Script Otraf 4 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, greeting cards, branding, packaging, headlines, classic, formal, friendly, nostalgic, crafty, formality, warmth, legibility, tradition, display, rounded, looped, connected, swashy, calligraphic.
A flowing cursive with consistently rounded strokes and a steady, low-contrast weight. Letters lean forward with smooth entry and exit strokes that often connect, creating a continuous rhythm in words. Capitals feature generous loops and occasional swash-like terminals, while lowercase forms keep compact counters and a relatively small x-height, giving the line a slightly taller, more elegant silhouette. The numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with curved spines and soft terminals that blend naturally with the alphabetic forms.
Well suited to invitations, greeting cards, certificates, and event materials where a handwritten formality is desired. It also works for boutique branding, packaging, menu headings, and short display lines that benefit from connected script rhythm and expressive capitals. For longer passages, larger sizes and comfortable letterspacing help preserve clarity.
The overall tone feels classic and personable—polished enough for formal notes, but warm and approachable rather than rigid. Its looping capitals and smooth connections add a touch of nostalgia and ceremony, reminiscent of traditional sign-painting and invitation lettering.
The letterforms suggest an intention to deliver a traditional, legible cursive with decorative—but controlled—flourishes, balancing everyday readability with a celebratory script character. The consistent stroke weight and rounded joins aim for a smooth, cohesive texture in word shapes, especially in mixed-case display settings.
The design reads best when allowed some breathing room: the strong cursive joins and rounded terminals can visually thicken in tight spacing. Capitals are notably more decorative than the lowercase, so mixed-case settings create a clear hierarchy and a lively cadence.