Script Otlef 10 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, greeting cards, posters, headlines, friendly, playful, casual, retro, warm, handwritten charm, approachability, casual elegance, lively display, rounded, brushy, bouncy, soft terminals, informal.
A lively, handwritten script with a rightward slant, compact proportions, and softly modulated stroke weight. Letterforms show rounded bowls, tapered entry/exit strokes, and a slightly bouncy baseline rhythm that keeps words feeling animated rather than rigid. Curves are generously open, counters are clear at text sizes, and capitals carry simple swash-like gestures without becoming overly ornate. Numerals follow the same drawn, slightly irregular tempo, with smooth curves and consistent, brush-like terminals.
Well-suited for short-to-medium text where a friendly handwritten voice is desired, such as branding, packaging, invitations, greeting cards, and social graphics. It also works effectively for display settings like posters and headlines, especially when paired with a simpler companion for body copy.
The overall tone is personable and upbeat, with an easygoing, conversational feel. Its gentle slant and rounded forms read as approachable and craft-like, suggesting a cheerful, human touch rather than a formal calligraphic strictness.
Likely designed to capture the look of quick, confident handwriting in a clean, repeatable type system. The aim appears to balance charm and legibility, offering a script that feels personal and energetic without relying on heavy ornamentation.
Stroke endings frequently finish in subtle hooks or flicks, reinforcing a pen-drawn character. Spacing and letter widths vary slightly from glyph to glyph, contributing to an organic texture in running text while remaining legible and cohesive.