Cursive Dadaf 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, social media, quotes, greeting cards, casual, friendly, lively, personal, playful, handmade feel, casual legibility, expressive script, quick note, brushy, looping, upright slant, rounded, bouncy.
A lively, brush-pen script with a consistent rightward slant and a smooth, continuous rhythm. Strokes show gently tapered entries and exits with rounded turns, giving the letterforms a soft, elastic feel rather than sharp calligraphy. Uppercase forms are tall and simplified, while the lowercase is compact with looping ascenders and quick, single-storey constructions; counters stay open for readability. Figures are handwritten in character, with curved terminals and a slightly irregular baseline that reinforces the natural, drawn-by-hand look.
Well-suited for short to medium-length text where an informal, handcrafted voice is desired, such as lifestyle branding, product packaging, café menus, invitations, greeting cards, and social posts. It performs best at display sizes or in headings where the brushy terminals and looping forms can read clearly.
The overall tone is informal and personable, like quick signage or a note written with a felt-tip or brush pen. Its bounce and looping motion add warmth and energy, making text feel conversational and approachable rather than formal.
Designed to capture the look of quick, confident handwriting made with a flexible pen, balancing expressiveness with legibility. The intent appears to be an everyday script that feels human and spontaneous while remaining consistent enough for repeated use across branding and editorial display.
Spacing appears naturally variable, with some letters joining fluidly in words and others separating slightly, which enhances the authentic handwriting cadence. The italics-like slant is built into the shapes, and the capitals stand out as expressive initials without becoming overly decorative.