Cursive Arbav 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, packaging, greeting cards, posters, quotes, playful, handmade, friendly, whimsical, casual, hand-lettered feel, friendly display, space-saving, expressive tone, brushy, bouncy, quirky, loopy, tall.
A narrow, hand-drawn script with tall proportions, a modest x-height, and lively stroke modulation that mimics a brush or marker. Letterforms show a gentle bounce along the baseline with frequent loops and soft terminals, and connections appear natural rather than mechanically uniform. Strokes alternate between fine hairlines and thicker downstrokes, giving the text a crisp, high-contrast rhythm. Spacing is compact and slightly irregular in a way that reinforces the handwritten character while keeping words readable in short lines.
This font works best for display-sized text where its narrow, brushy strokes and looping joins can be appreciated—such as headlines, short slogans, packaging callouts, invitations, greeting cards, and social graphics. It can also serve as an accent face alongside a simple sans for branding or editorial pull quotes, especially when space is limited and a personable handwritten tone is desired.
The overall tone is cheerful and informal, with a personable, slightly quirky energy. Its narrow, upright stance and bouncy curves make it feel chatty and approachable, more like quick hand-lettering than polished calligraphy. The lively contrast and looping joins add a playful flourish without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended to capture the spontaneity of quick brush lettering—upright, compact, and expressive—while remaining legible in short phrases. Its mix of narrow proportions, lively contrast, and relaxed connections suggests a goal of friendly, modern hand-lettering suitable for casual display typography.
Uppercase letters read as simplified, handwritten caps that pair comfortably with the more cursive lowercase, creating a mixed-case texture that feels natural. Numerals and punctuation match the same brushy modulation, supporting use in casual display settings. The narrow width can help fit longer words into tighter spaces while maintaining a distinctive handwritten voice.