Script Rikis 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, invitations, branding, packaging, quotes, elegant, romantic, whimsical, vintage, refined, display elegance, handcrafted charm, decorative initials, boutique branding, formal notes, calligraphic, looping, swashy, monoline accents, tall ascenders.
A slender, calligraphic script with dramatic thick–thin modulation and a predominantly upright stance. Letterforms are tall and narrow with long ascenders/descenders, compact lowercase bodies, and frequent entry/exit strokes that create a gentle running rhythm. Terminals often finish in fine hairlines or small curls, while heavier downstrokes form dark, vertical anchors; counters remain open and airy despite the narrow proportions. The overall texture alternates between delicate filigree and bold strokes, giving words a lively, handcrafted cadence rather than uniform connectedness.
Best suited to short display settings where its contrast and narrow, tall rhythm can be appreciated—such as logos, product labels, event invitations, headings, and pull quotes. It works especially well when paired with a simple sans or understated serif for supporting text, and when given enough size to preserve the finer hairline strokes.
The font conveys a refined, romantic mood with a slightly playful, storybook flourish. Its looping forms and hairline finishes feel decorative and intimate, evoking invitations, boutique branding, and vintage stationery aesthetics without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a polished handwritten script look with pronounced calligraphic contrast and graceful looping terminals, emphasizing elegance and personality for decorative typography.
Some capitals and select lowercase letters introduce distinct swashes and asymmetric curves, which adds character and makes initial letters feel more expressive. Numerals follow the same contrast logic, with several figures featuring curved, calligraphy-like constructions that harmonize with the script text.