Cursive Elmig 2 is a light, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, social media, packaging, headlines, posters, casual, expressive, modern, energetic, personal, handwritten feel, signature style, display impact, casual elegance, brushy, monolinear, angular, looping, tall ascenders.
A brisk, handwritten script with a brush-pen feel and a forward slant. Strokes are predominantly monolinear with subtle pressure shifts at turns and terminals, producing occasional thickened downstrokes and tapered entries. Letterforms are tall and condensed, with long ascenders/descenders, compact counters, and a lively baseline that feels slightly elastic rather than rigid. Connections are suggested by flowing entry/exit strokes, while many characters remain loosely separated, giving the writing a quick, natural rhythm. Capitals are simplified and narrow, built from swift, curved strokes with minimal ornament.
Works best for short, prominent text where a human touch is desired—logos, brand accents, packaging callouts, posters, and social media graphics. It can also suit invitations or quote graphics when set with generous spacing and paired with a calmer sans or serif for supporting text.
The overall tone is informal and contemporary, like a quick signature or a confident note written in ink. Its speed-driven shapes and sharp flicked terminals add energy and spontaneity, making the font feel personable and upbeat rather than formal or ceremonial.
The design appears intended to capture fast, confident handwriting with a brush-pen texture, prioritizing gesture and momentum over strict regularity. Its condensed proportions and tall extenders help it make a strong visual statement in display settings while maintaining an approachable, personal character.
Lowercase shows pronounced height contrast between small bodies and long extenders, and several letters incorporate looped or hooked forms that enhance motion. Numerals are similarly narrow and handwritten, with simple, upright shapes that keep the set cohesive with the alphabet.