Script Efges 5 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, social media, friendly, casual, lively, approachable, crafty, approachability, handmade feel, signature style, display impact, modern casual, brushy, slanted, rounded, smooth, looping.
A slanted, brush-pen style script with thick, rounded strokes and softly tapered terminals. Letterforms show a steady forward rhythm and moderately tight proportions, with open counters and simplified joins that keep the texture readable. The stroke treatment feels hand-drawn rather than calligraphically strict, mixing smooth curves with occasional angular turns and gentle baseline swing. Numerals match the same brush weight and curvature, giving the set a cohesive, informal display voice.
Best suited for short-to-medium display text where a personable handwritten look is desired—such as logos, product packaging, café or boutique signage, posters, social graphics, and invitations with a casual tone. The heavy brush weight also helps it hold up on high-contrast backgrounds and in larger sizes.
The overall tone is warm and personable, with an upbeat handwritten energy that reads as modern and friendly rather than formal or ceremonial. Its bold, smooth strokes and quick brush movement suggest spontaneity and a conversational feel, making text appear welcoming and human.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, contemporary handwritten signature feel with the practicality of clear, repeatable shapes. It emphasizes energetic stroke rhythm and friendly curves over formal penmanship, aiming for visual impact and approachability in display settings.
Uppercase forms are simplified and slightly bouncy, while lowercase letters rely on looped shapes and rounded shoulders to maintain flow. The weight stays consistently heavy, so spacing and counters play a key role in keeping longer words from feeling dense.