Cursive Efray 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, invitations, social media, casual, lively, friendly, expressive, hand-drawn, signature feel, casual script, brush pen, expressive display, brushy, slanted, looping, rounded, fluid.
A slanted cursive hand with brush-like strokes and moderate stroke modulation. Letterforms are narrow and energetic, with rounded joins, tapered terminals, and occasional hook-like entry/exit strokes that suggest quick, continuous writing. Uppercase characters are more display-oriented with swashy curves and prominent loops, while lowercase keeps a compact, rhythmic texture with a low x-height and varied letter widths. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, mixing smooth curves with sharp, calligraphic flicks for a cohesive, informal set.
Works best for short-to-medium display text where a personal, handwritten feel is desirable—logos, product packaging, event invitations, quotes, and social graphics. It can also suit headings and pull quotes, especially when paired with a calm sans for body text to balance its lively rhythm.
The overall tone is upbeat and personable, like a confident signature or a quick note written with a felt-tip or brush pen. Its lively slant and looping capitals add a touch of flair without becoming overly formal, keeping the mood approachable and spontaneous.
Designed to capture the look of quick brush-pen cursive with a signature-like cadence and expressive capitals. The narrow proportions and flowing connections prioritize momentum and personality for attention-grabbing display use.
Stroke endings often finish in pointed, slightly curved tapers, and many letters lean on simplified, single-stroke construction that reinforces speed and informality. The texture is intentionally uneven in a natural way, with subtle variation in curve tension and spacing that reads as authentically handwritten.