Cursive Tuzo 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, headlines, invites, quotes, friendly, casual, handmade, retro, personal, informality, warmth, signature, compact, gesture-like, pen-like, rounded, smooth.
A right-leaning cursive with a pen-drawn feel, built from smooth, slightly tapered strokes and gentle contrast. Letterforms are narrow and compact, with rounded turns, occasional looped joins, and a consistent, quick rhythm across words. The texture stays clean and even, balancing legibility with an expressive handwritten flow; capitals are taller and more gesture-driven, while lowercase forms stay tight with modest ascenders and descenders.
Well-suited to short-to-medium text where a handwritten voice is desired, such as quotes, invitations, greeting cards, menus, and lifestyle branding. It can also work for headers, pull quotes, packaging callouts, and social media graphics where a friendly, signature-like accent is needed. For best clarity, it’s likely strongest at display and subhead sizes rather than dense body copy.
This script conveys a casual, personable tone with a hint of retro charm. Its lively slant and quick, handwritten rhythm feel friendly and informal, making text read like a confident note or signature. The overall impression is upbeat and approachable rather than formal or ceremonial.
The design appears intended to emulate fast, natural handwriting that still holds together in continuous text. It prioritizes a smooth cursive flow and a tidy, controlled texture, aiming for a personal, human finish without excessive ornament.
The sample text shows consistent spacing and a steady baseline, helping the connected strokes remain readable in longer phrases. Numerals share the same handwritten slant and simple, rounded construction, keeping the set visually cohesive.