Cursive Ubbid 1 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
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A flowing script with a pronounced rightward slant and brush-pen modulation, shifting from hairline entry strokes to fuller downstrokes. Letterforms are narrow and tall with long ascenders and descenders, plus frequent looped constructions and occasional swash-like terminals. Spacing is compact and the rhythm is quick, with strokes that taper sharply at joins and exits, giving words a continuous, handwritten sweep even when letters are not fully connected.
Well-suited to short to medium display settings where its contrast and loops can be appreciated, such as wedding stationery, boutique branding, product packaging, social graphics, and pull quotes. It works best at larger sizes and with ample line spacing to prevent descenders and swashes from colliding.
The overall tone feels intimate and expressive, balancing polish with spontaneity. Its crisp contrast and looping gestures create a romantic, formal-leaning impression while still reading as personal handwriting rather than strict copperplate.
Designed to emulate quick, confident brush-calligraphy in a clean, consistent script, emphasizing graceful capitals and tapered stroke endings for a premium, signature-like effect.
Capitals are a major feature: many have generous lead-in curves and distinctive flourishes that set a strong initial. The numerals are similarly cursive, with slender forms and occasional loops, matching the calligraphic texture of the letters.