Script Hylas 9 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, invitations, friendly, retro, cheerful, casual, playful, hand-lettered feel, approachability, headline impact, vintage warmth, rounded, bouncy, monoline, swashy, looping.
A rounded, brush-pen style script with a steady, dark stroke and softly tapered terminals. Letterforms lean forward with a bouncy baseline rhythm and compact counters, while ascenders and descenders carry generous loops and occasional swashy strokes. The capitals are prominent and curvy, with simplified, sign-like shapes that keep the texture even in longer words. Numerals match the handwritten feel, using smooth curves and closed forms that read like quick marker lettering.
Well-suited for short to medium headlines where a friendly handwritten voice is desirable—logos, product packaging, café/restaurant menus, posters, and social graphics. It can also work for invitations and greeting-style designs when set with ample size and breathing room for its loops and swashes.
The overall tone is warm and personable, with a nostalgic, hand-lettered charm. Its smooth joins and upbeat motion suggest informal confidence—more café-menu friendly than formal calligraphy—making it feel approachable and upbeat.
The design appears intended to provide an easygoing, connected script that mimics confident brush lettering while staying smooth and consistent for repeated use in display settings. Its rounded construction and lively slant aim to deliver personality without excessive ornament.
Connections are generally fluid, with consistent joining behavior that supports continuous word shapes. Spacing appears comfortable and slightly open for a script, helping maintain clarity in mixed-case text while keeping a cohesive handwritten flow.