Calligraphic Lusa 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, packaging, posters, book covers, invitations, whimsical, storybook, playful, folksy, vintage, handcrafted feel, decorative titles, friendly branding, expressive caps, rounded, brushy, swashy, inked, bouncy.
This typeface features rounded, brush-like strokes with soft terminals and a subtle internal swelling that suggests a pen or marker held with changing pressure. Letterforms have a lively, variable rhythm: curves are generous, bowls are full, and many capitals include gentle swashes and curled ends. The overall texture is dark and even at text sizes, with clear, open counters and slightly irregular stroke contours that keep it feeling hand-drawn while remaining consistent across the set. Numerals and lowercase follow the same rounded, informal structure, with occasional looped descenders and expressive joins inside single letters (rather than true connecting script).
Best suited to display settings such as headlines, titles, posters, packaging, and book or album covers where its swashy capitals and rounded forms can be appreciated. It can also work for short, larger-size text in invitations, menus, and themed branding, especially where a friendly, handcrafted impression is desired.
The tone is warm and friendly, with a whimsical, storybook charm that feels decorative without becoming ornate. Its bouncy forms and curled details evoke a playful, slightly retro personality suitable for lighthearted and imaginative themes.
The design appears intended to capture a hand-rendered calligraphic feel with approachable proportions and decorative flair, prioritizing personality and readability in display use. It balances consistent construction with small, intentional irregularities to maintain a drawn-by-hand character.
Capitals tend to be more embellished than lowercase, making the font particularly effective for headings and short phrases. The strong black color and rounded details create high visual presence, so spacing and line length should be kept comfortable to avoid a crowded texture in longer passages.