Calligraphic Lana 7 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book titling, invitations, packaging, editorial, branding, elegant, classic, literary, refined, whimsical, pen-calligraphy, classic tone, decorative caps, readable text, flared serifs, calligraphic strokes, bracketed serifs, soft terminals, open counters.
This typeface features calligraphic, serifed letterforms with gently swelling strokes and tapered ends that suggest a broad-pen influence. Serifs are flared and often bracketed, with soft, rounded terminals and occasional entry/exit flicks that add movement without connecting letters. Proportions lean tall with relatively small x-height, and the rhythm is slightly varied, giving the lowercase a lively, handwritten regularity. Curves are smooth and open, while verticals keep a steady upright stance, producing clear silhouettes and a graceful text color.
It works well for display and short-to-medium text where a classic, crafted voice is desired—such as book covers and chapter openers, invitations and announcements, boutique packaging, editorial pull quotes, and brand wordmarks that benefit from a formal handwritten feel.
The overall tone feels bookish and elegant, with a touch of old-world charm. Subtle flourishes and the pen-like modulation add a refined, slightly whimsical character suited to expressive, formal writing.
The design appears intended to evoke traditional pen-drawn lettering in a controlled, typographic form—balancing readability with gentle flourish to provide a refined, human touch in both headings and supporting text.
Uppercase forms show more decorative shaping, including subtle swashes and asymmetric stroke endings, while the lowercase remains calmer for continuous reading. Numerals follow the same calligraphic logic with soft curves and delicate terminals, blending well with the text.