Script Olse 5 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: greeting cards, wedding invites, quotes, packaging, social graphics, friendly, romantic, casual, crafty, retro, handwritten charm, signature style, warm display, decorative caps, brushy, looping, rounded, lively, playful.
A lively cursive with a brush-pen feel, built from smooth, rounded strokes and gently tapered terminals. Letterforms lean forward with an even, rhythmic baseline flow, mixing connected script behavior with occasional separated capitals that still read as handwritten. Counters are open and soft, joins are fluid, and many glyphs show subtle entry/exit swashes and looped forms (notably in capitals and letters like g, y, and z). Numerals match the handwritten texture, with curved forms and modest stroke modulation that stays consistent across the set.
This script suits short, expressive copy such as invitations, greeting cards, pull quotes, and social media graphics. It also works well for boutique packaging and labels where a handcrafted signature-like impression is desired, especially in headings, names, and emphasis lines.
The font conveys an approachable, personable tone—warm and conversational rather than formal. Its looping curves and soft stroke endings give it a romantic, handcrafted character with a hint of retro charm.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident brush handwriting while retaining consistent proportions and repeatable forms for setting text. Its balance of smooth connections, looped capitals, and controlled contrast suggests a decorative script aimed at personable display typography.
Capitals are prominent and decorative, with generous curves that help them stand out in headlines. Spacing appears relatively tight and the narrow forms create a compact texture, making the type feel energetic in longer lines while remaining best at moderate-to-large sizes where the joins and loops can breathe.