Cursive Kima 12 is a very light, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, branding, signatures, fashion, beauty, elegant, airy, graceful, romantic, refined, signature feel, formal note, elegant display, handwritten charm, calligraphic, monolinear, looping, delicate, slender.
A delicate, slanted cursive with long, tapering entry and exit strokes and a predominantly hairline build. Letterforms are narrow and tall, with generous ascenders and descenders and a notably small lowercase body, giving the script a high-waisted, elongated silhouette. Strokes move with smooth, continuous curves and occasional sharp turns, while capitals feature larger, looped gestures and sweeping diagonals. Spacing is open and the connections feel light, producing a crisp, airy texture in text.
This script is well suited to invitation suites, event stationery, and short display lines where its fine strokes and sweeping terminals can breathe. It also fits logo wordmarks, signature-style branding, and editorial accents in fashion or beauty contexts. For best results, use at larger sizes and with ample tracking/leading to preserve its airy texture.
The overall tone is graceful and refined, suggesting a handwritten signature or formal note. Its thin strokes and extended flourishes lend a romantic, dressy character without becoming overly ornate, creating an impression of quiet sophistication and finesse.
The design appears intended to emulate a swift, practiced pen hand—prioritizing fluid motion, slender proportions, and graceful swashes for a polished handwritten look. It aims to deliver a signature-like elegance that reads as personal yet curated.
The alphabet shows a consistent rightward slant and a steady rhythmic baseline with occasional long terminal swashes that can extend into adjacent space. Numerals follow the same hairline, cursive spirit, with simple, elegant forms that prioritize flow over rigidity.