Script Eskan 9 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logos, packaging, posters, social media, energetic, friendly, retro, casual, confident, expressive display, hand-lettered feel, brand warmth, dynamic emphasis, brushy, slanted, looping, smooth, compact.
A compact, slanted brush-script with thick, rounded strokes and softly tapered terminals. Letterforms show a lively, hand-drawn rhythm with moderate stroke modulation and occasional angular joins that suggest quick marker or brush pressure changes. Capitals are simplified and punchy with minimal ornament, while lowercase forms use short ascenders/descenders and frequent entry/exit strokes that encourage a connected flow. Numerals match the cursive texture, with curved, open shapes and slightly irregular widths that reinforce an organic, handwritten feel.
Best suited for short display settings where the energetic brush texture can carry the message—brand marks, product packaging, café or event posters, and social media graphics. It also works well for pull quotes and emphasis lines, especially when paired with a neutral sans for body copy.
The overall tone is upbeat and personable, with a sporty, sign-painting energy. Its bold, brushy presence feels informal and expressive rather than delicate, giving text a confident, conversational voice.
The design appears intended to capture fast, confident hand lettering with a bold brush feel, balancing legibility with expressive motion. It prioritizes a cohesive cursive rhythm and compact silhouette for impactful, personable display typography.
Spacing appears tight and cohesive in text, with many glyphs designed to visually link even when not strictly joined. The slant is consistent across cases, and the rounded counters and softened corners keep the texture smooth and readable at display sizes.