Cursive Viko 1 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, headlines, energetic, casual, friendly, confident, playful, handmade feel, display impact, friendly branding, quick brush script, brushy, slanted, textured, punchy, rounded.
A lively brush-pen script with a pronounced rightward slant and compact proportions. Strokes are thick and tapered with visible pressure changes, producing pointed terminals, occasional ink-like texture, and slightly irregular edges that feel hand-made rather than polished. Letterforms are loosely connected in running text, with smooth, rounded curves and quick directional turns that keep a fast rhythm. Counters are relatively tight and the overall color is dense, giving strong presence even at moderate sizes.
Well suited for short-to-medium display text where a handcrafted, energetic voice is desired—logos and brand marks, product packaging, café or event posters, and social media graphics. It can also work for pull quotes or section headers when given enough size and breathing room.
The tone is upbeat and informal, like quick marker lettering on a sign or menu board. Its assertive stroke weight and brisk motion convey confidence and spontaneity, while the rounded curves keep it approachable. Overall it reads as expressive and contemporary, with a touch of handmade grit.
The design appears intended to mimic fast, confident brush handwriting—combining strong stroke mass with natural tapering and slight irregularities to create an authentic, hand-drawn feel. It prioritizes personality and impact over strict uniformity, aiming for expressive display performance in modern, casual contexts.
In the sample text, word shapes remain readable despite the energetic stroke behavior, though the dense color and tight internal spaces suggest it will look best with a bit of extra tracking and line spacing. Numerals match the same brush rhythm, with bold, simplified forms that suit display use.