Cursive Urdef 1 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, headlines, expressive, personal, lively, casual, brushed, handwritten realism, expressive display, casual friendliness, brush energy, brushy, textured, slanted, looped, tapered.
A slanted, brush-pen style script with quick, energetic strokes and clear pressure modulation. Forms show tapered entries and exits with occasional heavier downstrokes, creating a lively, handwritten rhythm. Counters are generally open and simplified, and many letters connect naturally in running text while still keeping distinct, readable silhouettes. Capitals are tall and gestural, with a few flourish-like terminals; lowercase leans toward compact, narrow shapes with looped ascenders and modestly sized bowls.
Well-suited for short to medium-length display use such as branding, packaging callouts, posters, and social media graphics where a handcrafted voice is desired. It also works for quotes, invitations, and casual editorial headers, especially at sizes where the brush texture and contrast remain clear.
The font conveys an informal, personal tone—like fast, confident handwriting made with a brush marker. Its contrast and stroke texture add an expressive, slightly edgy spontaneity, giving text a human, conversational feel rather than a polished calligraphic one.
The design appears intended to capture brisk brush handwriting: expressive contrast, natural connections, and a consistent forward motion. It prioritizes personality and momentum over strict uniformity, aiming for an authentic handwritten presence in display settings.
Stroke edges appear slightly rough and organic, reinforcing a hand-rendered look. Letter spacing in the sample feels tight and continuous, and the slant is consistent enough to keep lines cohesive. Numerals match the script energy with simplified, handwritten construction rather than geometric regularity.