Cursive Ihwu 4 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: greeting cards, invitations, packaging, social posts, quotes, casual, friendly, breezy, personal, playful, human warmth, quick handwriting, approachability, informal charm, fluid, looping, rounded, brushy, monoline.
A fluid, handwritten script with a pronounced rightward slant and a steady, low-contrast stroke that reads as pen or brush lettering. Forms are open and rounded with frequent entry/exit strokes, gentle baseline bounce, and a relaxed, variable rhythm in character widths. Capitals are larger and more gestural, often built from single sweeping strokes, while lowercase letters favor compact counters and quick, simplified joins. Numerals match the hand-drawn feel, staying clear and lightly stylized rather than rigidly geometric.
Well-suited to short to medium text where a human, friendly voice is desired—greeting cards, casual invitations, packaging accents, social graphics, and pull quotes. It also works effectively for signatures, headings, and brand touchpoints that benefit from a relaxed handwritten tone.
The overall tone is informal and personable, like a quick note written with confidence. Its looping strokes and lively slant give it an upbeat, approachable character that feels conversational rather than formal or ceremonial.
Designed to emulate fast, natural cursive writing with consistent stroke weight and an energetic slant, prioritizing warmth and immediacy over strict calligraphic structure. The letterforms aim for smooth flow and easy word recognition while retaining the spontaneity of hand lettering.
Connections between letters are suggested by consistent leading and trailing strokes, but spacing remains readable with clear word shapes. The texture is smooth and even, with occasional flicked terminals and soft curves that keep long lines from feeling mechanical.