Cursive Nibof 13 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, greeting cards, quotes, packaging, social media, friendly, playful, casual, handmade, approachable, handwritten feel, casual charm, personal voice, lively rhythm, monoline, rounded, bouncy, looping, fluid.
A lively cursive script with a consistent, pen-like stroke and rounded terminals. Letterforms lean forward with a springy baseline rhythm, mixing open curves with occasional tight loops in ascenders and descenders. Capitals are taller and more gestural than the lowercase, often built from a single sweeping stroke, while lowercase forms stay compact with simplified joins and clear counters. Spacing feels airy and slightly irregular in a hand-drawn way, reinforcing an informal flow without becoming overly messy.
This font suits short to medium-length phrases where a friendly handwritten voice is desired—such as invitations, greeting cards, quote graphics, product labels, and social posts. It can work well for headings and callouts, especially when paired with a simple sans serif for supporting text.
The overall tone is warm and personable, with an upbeat, conversational energy. Its brisk slant and bouncy shapes give it a cheerful, crafty feel that reads as human and spontaneous rather than polished or formal.
The design appears intended to emulate quick, confident marker or brush-pen handwriting—prioritizing warmth and personality through fluid strokes, rounded forms, and a naturally varied rhythm.
Distinctive looped shapes show up in characters like g, y, and z, adding personality in longer text. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with soft curves and a casual, slightly varied stance that matches the letters.