Cursive Kede 1 is a light, narrow, high contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, branding, packaging, logotypes, quotes, elegant, airy, refined, romantic, expressive, handwritten elegance, signature feel, display flair, calligraphic motion, looping, swashy, calligraphic, spidery, slanted.
A delicate, slanted script with calligraphic construction and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Strokes are long and tapering with hairline joins, narrow overall proportions, and a forward-leaning rhythm. Capitals are tall and gestural, often built from single sweeping strokes, while lowercase forms stay compact with a notably low x-height and extended ascenders/descenders. Spacing feels fluid and variable, with occasional joining behavior and frequent entry/exit strokes that create a continuous, handwritten line.
Best suited to short, prominent text where its contrast and flourishes can be appreciated—wedding and event stationery, boutique branding, beauty/fashion packaging, headings, pull quotes, and signature-style logotypes. It pairs well with restrained sans-serifs or simple serifs for supporting text and works most comfortably when given generous size and breathing room.
The tone is graceful and intimate, leaning toward romantic and editorial rather than casual. Its wispy contrast and quick, pen-like movement convey sophistication and a personal signature feel, with a slightly dramatic flair in the capitals and long terminals.
Designed to emulate fast, elegant penmanship with a calligraphic edge—prioritizing gesture, contrast, and flowing connections over strict regularity. The emphasis on tall capitals and extended terminals suggests a display-oriented script intended to add personality and a refined handwritten accent.
Several glyphs rely on minimal counters and fine hairlines, giving the face a light, “ink-on-paper” presence that can appear fragile at small sizes. Numerals and lowercase are especially slim, while capitals introduce more flourish and visual emphasis, creating a clear hierarchy within mixed-case settings.