Cursive Apguy 12 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: greeting cards, invitations, packaging, social media, quotes, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, lively, handwritten charm, casual elegance, friendly display, lively texture, brushy, looping, bouncy, airy, whimsical.
A lively handwritten script with a brush-pen feel, combining slim hairlines with heavier downstrokes and frequent tapered terminals. Letterforms are tall and slightly bouncy, with rounded bowls, open counters, and gently irregular rhythm that keeps the texture organic rather than mechanical. Connections appear in many lowercase pairs, while some characters lift between strokes, giving a natural written cadence. Ascenders are prominent and the overall spacing stays light, helping the strokes read clearly despite the contrast.
Well-suited to short to medium-length text where personality is a priority: greeting cards, invitations, product packaging, café menus, and social posts. It also works well for quotes, headers, and display lines where the lively stroke rhythm can be appreciated at larger sizes.
The tone is informal and personable, with a cheerful, chatty energy that feels like quick notes or handmade labeling. Its looping joins and soft curves lend a warm, approachable character, while the contrast and tall forms add a touch of elegance without becoming formal.
Designed to capture the spontaneity of quick cursive handwriting with a brushy, contrasty stroke and an intentionally human rhythm. The goal appears to be a legible, upbeat script that feels handcrafted and contemporary for display-oriented typography.
Distinctive looped descenders (notably in g, j, y) and rounded entry/exit strokes create a consistent flow across words. Capitals are simplified and slightly decorative, standing apart from the lowercase without becoming overly ornate, making the font effective for mixed-case headlines.