Cursive Vave 12 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, social media, quotes, branding, casual, lively, expressive, friendly, handmade, handwritten realism, approachability, energy, informal branding, brushy, slanted, rounded, textured, gestural.
A slanted, brush-pen script with continuous, flowing strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms show subtly uneven stroke edges and slight wobble, creating an organic, drawn texture while maintaining a consistent overall rhythm. Curves are generous and open, with compact counters and a modest baseline bounce; capitals are simplified and loop-free, designed to sit comfortably alongside the lowercase without excessive flourish. Numerals match the same quick, handwritten construction and slightly tapered stroke endings.
Works well for short to medium-length display text such as packaging callouts, café or lifestyle branding, posters, social graphics, and pull quotes. It’s best used where an expressive handwritten feel is desired and where generous size and line spacing can preserve clarity.
The tone is informal and personable, with a quick handwritten energy that feels spontaneous rather than polished. Its brushy texture and forward motion give it a warm, conversational character suited to upbeat, approachable messaging.
The design appears intended to replicate fast, confident brush handwriting with a friendly, contemporary flavor—prioritizing natural rhythm and texture over formal calligraphic precision.
Connections between letters appear natural and frequent, but spacing remains readable in longer strings. The slant and stroke texture become more pronounced at larger sizes, where the hand-drawn edges and gestures act as a distinctive stylistic feature.