Script Ribay 9 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, branding, packaging, social graphics, quotes, playful, whimsical, friendly, handmade, airy, hand-lettered feel, modern charm, compact display, expressive contrast, readable script, monoline feel, brushy, looped, bouncy, casual elegance.
A narrow, handwritten script with tall ascenders and descenders, compact counters, and a bouncy baseline rhythm. Strokes show pronounced contrast between thick downstrokes and fine hairline upstrokes, with tapered terminals that resemble a pointed brush or flexible pen. Letterforms are largely upright and condensed, with occasional loops (notably in g, y, and some capitals) and gently simplified connections that keep words readable even when letters touch. The overall texture is clean and open, with light spacing and a slightly irregular, hand-drawn cadence.
Well-suited to short display settings where a personable, crafted voice is needed—such as invitations, boutique branding, packaging labels, social media graphics, and quote-based posters. It performs best at moderate-to-large sizes where the hairline strokes and tight, condensed shapes remain clear.
The font reads as cheerful and personable, balancing a neat calligraphic polish with an informal, handwritten charm. Its narrow proportions and lively stroke modulation give it a light, airy energy that feels modern and craft-forward rather than traditional or ceremonial.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, narrow calligraphic script that feels hand-lettered and energetic while staying legible in contemporary display typography. Contrast, tapering, and looping forms are used to add flair without relying on heavy ornamentation.
Capitals are stylized and tall, often using simplified strokes and occasional swashes for a distinctive initial-letter presence. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic, mixing delicate hairlines with fuller strokes to maintain a cohesive, handwritten tone in settings like dates and short figures.