Cursive Elbuf 4 is a light, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, invitations, social media, headlines, elegant, romantic, personal, casual, lively, handwritten feel, signature style, expressive display, casual elegance, brushy, fluid, slanted, looping, tall ascenders.
A flowing, brush-pen script with a pronounced rightward slant and tapered stroke endings that suggest quick, continuous movement. Letterforms are narrow and tall with long ascenders and descenders, and the rhythm leans on smooth entry/exit strokes that often link naturally in words. Strokes show gentle modulation with occasional pointed terminals and soft curves, producing a light, agile texture. Capitals are larger and more gestural, with open loops and sweeping arms that read clearly at display sizes.
Well-suited for logos, product packaging, wedding or event stationery, quotes, and social media graphics where a handwritten signature feel is desired. It performs best in short to medium text settings—titles, taglines, and pull quotes—where the narrow, lively strokes and connected rhythm remain legible.
The overall tone feels personable and expressive, like confident handwriting used for notes, invitations, or boutique branding. Its brisk slant and looping forms add energy, while the thin, tapering strokes keep the impression refined rather than heavy or loud.
Designed to emulate fast, stylish brush handwriting with natural connections and expressive capitals, offering a polished script look that still feels personal and spontaneous.
Some characters show a deliberately irregular, hand-drawn cadence—slight variations in curve tension and terminal shapes—supporting an authentic handwritten feel. Numerals and uppercase forms maintain the same swift, brushed construction, helping headings and short phrases feel cohesive.