Cursive Seley 12 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, social media, posters, invitations, playful, casual, friendly, crafty, expressive, handmade feel, friendly voice, expressive display, casual emphasis, brushy, bouncy, rounded, organic, textured.
A brush-script style with rounded forms, tapered terminals, and noticeable stroke modulation that suggests a pressure-sensitive marker or brush pen. Letterforms are slightly condensed with tall ascenders/descenders and a compact x-height, creating a lively vertical rhythm. Edges are softly irregular and inky, with subtle wobble and varying stroke endings that preserve a hand-drawn feel. Many lowercase shapes lean toward connected handwriting behavior, while capitals read as simplified, bold brush capitals that sit comfortably alongside the lowercase.
Works best for display-sized text where its brush texture and rhythmic stroke contrast can be appreciated—logos, product packaging, café menus, event flyers, greeting cards, and social graphics. It can also serve for short pull quotes or headings when you want an informal handwritten emphasis without sacrificing legibility.
The overall tone is warm, approachable, and energetic, with a casual handmade character. It conveys a personable, informal voice—more crafty and conversational than formal or corporate—while staying clear enough for short reads.
Designed to mimic confident brush handwriting with a friendly, modern script flavor—prioritizing expressiveness and personality over typographic neutrality. The forms aim for quick recognition and a handcrafted look that feels spontaneous and human.
Spacing appears naturally variable, as in real handwriting, which adds charm but also makes the texture more animated in longer lines. Numerals match the same brush rhythm and rounded construction, keeping the set visually consistent for casual display use.