Script Dufy 4 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, greeting cards, headlines, social graphics, playful, friendly, whimsical, retro, crafty, handmade feel, decorative display, approachable tone, signature style, brushy, bouncy, curvy, looped, rounded.
A flowing, cursive display face with smooth, brush-like strokes and pronounced swelling into teardrop terminals. The letterforms lean consistently and show lively baseline movement, with generous loops and occasional entry/exit swashes that suggest a quick handwritten rhythm. Counters are rounded and open, capitals are tall and decorative, and lowercase forms tend to sit compactly with short ascenders/descenders relative to the expressive capitals. Figures are similarly stylized, with soft curves and simplified construction that matches the script’s organic modulation.
Best suited for short-to-medium display copy where its flourishes and contrast can be appreciated, such as logos, boutique branding, labels, invitations, greeting cards, and social media headlines. It can work for brief emphasis in editorial layouts, but is most effective when given room and set at larger sizes.
The overall tone is cheerful and personable, with a bouncy rhythm that reads as informal but polished. Its looping forms and soft terminals lend a cozy, handmade character, evoking boutique packaging and lighthearted retro signage.
The design appears intended to deliver an approachable, handcrafted script look with decorative caps and lively movement, balancing legibility with expressive loops. It prioritizes charm and personality over strict formality, aiming for versatile display use in friendly, consumer-facing contexts.
Stroke contrast is visually prominent within each letter, with heavier downstrokes and lighter connecting strokes, helping the script maintain clarity at display sizes. Spacing and joining feel intentionally loose in places, giving it an airy texture rather than a tightly connected calligraphic script.