Calligraphic Tiba 7 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, invites, posters, classic, formal, lively, friendly, retro, handwritten formality, vintage charm, display emphasis, friendly branding, brush-like, rounded, looped, flared terminals, slanted.
A slanted, brush-pen style script with separated (unconnected) letterforms and a smooth, inked rhythm. Strokes show rounded joins and tapered, slightly flared terminals that suggest calligraphic tooling rather than geometric construction. Uppercase forms are more ornate with generous loops and entry/exit strokes, while the lowercase stays compact with soft, simplified bowls and minimal interior counters. Spacing feels open and the widths vary noticeably from glyph to glyph, giving the text an animated, hand-rendered cadence.
Works best for short-to-medium display text where the calligraphic gesture can be appreciated—brand marks, product packaging, café or boutique-style signage, event invitations, and editorial pull quotes. It can also add character to posters and social graphics, especially when paired with a restrained sans or serif for supporting copy.
The overall tone is warm and personable while still reading as polished and traditional. Its flowing curves and confident slant evoke vintage signage and formal handwritten notes, adding a hint of charm and motion without becoming overly decorative.
Designed to capture the feel of formal handwriting made with a brush or marker: energetic, legible, and slightly embellished. The intent appears to balance classic calligraphic cues (loops, tapered finishes, rhythmic slant) with a simplified construction that stays practical for modern display typography.
Capitals carry the strongest personality and can dominate at smaller sizes, while the lowercase maintains a consistent, readable texture in words. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic with curved strokes and gentle finishing flicks, keeping the set cohesive in display settings.