Script Mekal 3 is a very light, narrow, very high contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: wedding invites, formal stationery, event branding, certificates, luxury packaging, elegant, formal, romantic, refined, delicate, formal elegance, calligraphic mimicry, display script, ornamental capitals, hairline strokes, copperplate feel, calligraphic, swash capitals, looping forms.
A flowing cursive script with a pronounced rightward slant and dramatic thick–thin modulation. Strokes alternate between hairline connectors and firmer shaded downstrokes, with tapered terminals and frequent entry/exit strokes that create a continuous, ribbon-like rhythm across words. Capitals are larger and more ornamental, featuring long loops and occasional swash-like extensions, while the lowercase is compact with small counters, tight joins, and modest ascenders/descenders that stay elegant rather than bouncy. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic, mixing slender curves with occasional shaded strokes for emphasis.
Well-suited to short-to-medium phrases where its fine connectors and ornate capitals can be appreciated—such as invitations, announcements, place cards, premium packaging accents, and elegant display lines in branding. It works best at larger sizes or in print contexts where the hairline details remain crisp.
The overall tone is polished and ceremonial, leaning toward classic handwritten formality. Its airy hairlines and graceful loops convey sophistication and romance, with a distinctly invitation-style presence rather than casual everyday handwriting.
Designed to emulate refined calligraphic handwriting with controlled stroke contrast and ornamental capitals, prioritizing graceful wordflow and a classic, upscale demeanor for display typography.
Contrast is strongest on vertical and diagonal downstrokes, giving the letterforms a pen-written, pointed-nib impression. Spacing feels intentionally open around individual letters to preserve the delicate hairlines, while word shapes rely on smooth joining strokes and consistent slant for cohesion.