Cursive Nedes 18 is a light, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, greeting cards, quotes, social graphics, packaging, friendly, playful, casual, airy, handmade, personal tone, casual charm, everyday script, handwritten authenticity, monoline, loopy, bouncy, informal, rounded.
A lively handwritten cursive with a relaxed, slightly right-leaning rhythm and clean, pen-like strokes. Letterforms are narrow and tall with open counters, rounded terminals, and occasional looped ascenders/descenders that give the line a buoyant motion. Stroke weight stays fairly even with subtle pressure changes, and spacing varies naturally, contributing to an organic, human cadence. Numerals follow the same light, handwritten construction, with simple, open shapes and a soft, drawn-on feel.
Well suited for short to medium-length text where a personal voice is desired—greeting cards, invitations, quotes, social media graphics, and light lifestyle packaging. It also works well for headings, captions, and callouts when paired with a neutral sans or serif for body copy.
The font reads as warm and approachable, with a cheerful, conversational tone. Its smooth curves and gentle loops suggest friendliness and spontaneity, like quick notes, labels, or personal correspondence.
Designed to emulate quick, neat cursive handwriting with a light touch, prioritizing friendliness and legibility over formality. The consistent pen rhythm and restrained ornamentation indicate an all-purpose script meant for everyday, upbeat communication.
Uppercase forms are simple and readable, with modest flourishes rather than formal swashes, helping headings feel personable without becoming ornate. The overall texture is lightly textured and sketch-like, with small inconsistencies that reinforce authenticity.