Cursive Arbon 5 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
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A lively cursive hand with brush-pen influence, showing pronounced thick–thin modulation and tapered terminals. Strokes have a slightly irregular, organic rhythm, with rounded bowls, soft joins, and occasional looped ascenders/descenders that create a fluid, handwritten cadence. Letterforms are generally upright with compact proportions and a modest x-height, while capitals are taller and more expressive, giving the line a varied texture and a natural, written-by-hand feel.
Best suited to short display settings where its handwritten character can carry the message—greeting cards, invitations, quote graphics, product labels, café menus, and social media headlines. It can also work for brief subheads or callouts, especially when you want a friendly, crafted tone.
The font reads cheerful and personable, like quick but careful handwriting used for notes, invitations, or packaging. Its buoyant curves and varied stroke pressure add charm and approachability rather than formality.
Designed to mimic a natural cursive marker/brush script, balancing expressive stroke contrast with clear letter shapes for approachable display typography. The goal appears to be a versatile, upbeat handwritten voice that feels personal and contemporary.
Connections in the lowercase feel selectively cursive—many letters suggest linking behavior, but spacing and joins keep the texture readable in short phrases. Numerals and capitals retain the same brushy contrast and rounded endings, helping mixed-case and display lines feel cohesive.