Cursive Viry 9 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, very short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, greeting cards, branding, packaging, social posts, friendly, playful, casual, handmade, whimsical, handwritten feel, casual warmth, craft charm, expressive headings, bouncy, looping, brushy, textured, rounded.
A lively handwritten script with brush-pen texture and gently irregular stroke edges that preserve a natural, drawn rhythm. Letterforms are compact and tall with small counters and a notably low x-height, while ascenders and descenders add vertical bounce. Strokes show subtle pressure changes and soft terminals, with frequent loops and occasional partial connections that keep the line moving without becoming fully monoline or rigidly joined. Capitals are simplified and narrow, often leaning on curved entry strokes and open bowls for an informal, readable silhouette.
Well suited to short headlines and expressive phrases in invitations, greeting cards, labels, packaging, and social media graphics where a personal, hand-lettered feel is desired. It can also work for small blocks of text when set with generous size and spacing, though its tight proportions and textured strokes are most effective when given room to breathe.
The overall tone is warm and personable, like quick signage or a personal note made with a felt-tip or brush pen. Its loopiness and slight roughness read as approachable and crafty rather than polished, giving it an upbeat, informal voice.
Designed to emulate quick, confident brush handwriting with a cheerful cadence and visible maker’s touch. The intent appears to prioritize charm and spontaneity over strict uniformity, delivering a friendly script look that feels human and contemporary.
Texture becomes more apparent at larger sizes, where the uneven edges and ink buildup in curves add character. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic with rounded shapes and varied widths, and the spacing feels naturally inconsistent in a way that reinforces the handmade impression.