Cursive Efbav 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, wedding, branding, packaging, headlines, elegant, romantic, vintage, formal, refined, calligraphy mimic, personal tone, display emphasis, signature feel, classic elegance, calligraphic, tapered, looped, graceful, ornate.
A sharply slanted, calligraphic script with pronounced thick–thin contrast and tapered entry/exit strokes. The letterforms are compact and vertical-space efficient, with small lowercase bodies and frequent ascenders that create an airy, rising rhythm. Curves are smooth and looped, while many joins and terminals finish in fine hairlines, producing a refined, pen-drawn texture that stays consistent across the alphabet and figures.
Well suited for invitations, greeting cards, wedding stationery, and monograms where an elegant handwritten note is desired. It also works effectively for boutique branding, beauty and fashion packaging, and editorial pull quotes or titles that benefit from a refined script accent. For best results, use at larger sizes or with generous tracking so the fine hairlines and tight counters remain clear.
This script conveys a poised, romantic tone with a hint of old-world formality. Its brisk slant and crisp thick–thin movement give it a confident, expressive voice that feels suited to personal messages and elegant branding rather than everyday utilitarian text.
The design appears intended to emulate pointed-pen handwriting: strong contrast, delicate hairlines, and flowing cursive construction work together to suggest authentic ink strokes. Its compact lowercase and lively slant prioritize stylish rhythm and personality, aiming for an expressive, signature-like presence in short settings.
Capitals are notably flourished and can dominate the line, creating strong initial-letter emphasis. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic with varied widths and soft curves, reinforcing the handwritten, pen-script consistency across text and figures.