Cursive Efbav 4 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: wedding invites, branding, logos, packaging, social posts, romantic, elegant, personal, lively, vintage, handwritten feel, signature style, expressive display, refined script, brushy, looping, slanted, fluid, calligraphic.
A slanted, brush-pen script with fluid, continuous strokes and pronounced entry/exit swashes. Forms are tall and compact with tight sidebearings, a small x-height relative to long ascenders and descenders, and gently tapering terminals that suggest pressure-driven writing. Stroke joins are smooth and rounded, with frequent loops in letters like g, y, and z, and occasional open counters that keep the rhythm airy despite the dense proportions. Uppercase characters are more gestural and signature-like, often built from a few sweeping strokes rather than rigid construction, while lowercase maintains a consistent cursive cadence with modest variation in letter widths.
This script works well for short to medium-length display settings where a handwritten, upscale impression is desired—such as wedding stationery, boutique branding, product packaging, social media graphics, and pull quotes. It is especially effective for names, headlines, and signature-style marks where the sweeping capitals and connected rhythm can take center stage.
The font conveys a personal, romantic tone—like quick, confident handwriting dressed up with calligraphic flair. Its energetic slant and looping strokes feel expressive and slightly vintage, suitable for conveying warmth and intimacy rather than strict formality.
The design appears intended to emulate fast, stylish brush handwriting with a refined, slightly calligraphic finish—prioritizing expressive movement, decorative capitals, and a cohesive cursive flow for display typography.
The sample text shows strong word-shape flow and clear connective behavior, with capitals designed to stand out as decorative initials. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, using curved, brushed strokes that harmonize with the letterforms.