Script Eskid 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, signage, friendly, casual, retro, confident, warm, handwritten feel, friendly branding, display clarity, brush lettering, brushy, rounded, flowing, slanted, smooth.
A slanted brush-script with smooth, rounded terminals and a consistent, low-contrast stroke. The forms lean forward with a lively rhythm, combining broad, swelling curves with tapered joins that mimic pressure from a felt-tip or brush pen. Capitals are compact and slightly stylized rather than highly flourished, while lowercase shows simplified, single-storey structures and occasional looped ascenders/descenders. Spacing is open enough for readability, with gentle variation in character widths that keeps words feeling handwritten rather than mechanically uniform.
This font works well for short-to-medium display text where a warm, handwritten voice is desired—logos, product packaging, café or boutique signage, posters, and social graphics. It also performs nicely for quotes, invitations, and headings when paired with a restrained sans or serif for supporting copy.
The overall tone is upbeat and personable, with a relaxed handwritten energy that reads as approachable and informal. Its confident slant and brushy motion give it a retro sign-painting feel without becoming overly decorative, making it suitable for friendly, everyday messaging.
The design appears intended to emulate contemporary brush lettering with a clean, controlled finish—capturing the speed and spontaneity of hand writing while keeping shapes consistent enough for clear display use. It aims for a friendly, marketable script look that stays legible across a range of headline sizes.
The numerals and uppercase maintain the same smooth, brush-like logic as the letters, helping mixed-case and alphanumeric settings feel cohesive. Letterforms prioritize quick recognition and continuous motion over strict calligraphic complexity, giving long lines a steady, conversational texture.