Cursive Eklay 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, invitations, packaging, headlines, quotes, elegant, playful, romantic, whimsical, handmade, expressiveness, signature feel, decorative caps, calligraphic charm, flowing, looped, flourished, bouncy, calligraphic.
A flowing cursive script with a pronounced rightward slant and lively, handwritten rhythm. Strokes show strong thick–thin modulation with tapered entries and exits, and many letters feature looped bowls and long, sweeping terminals. Uppercase forms are ornate and open, with generous swashes and occasional crossing strokes, while lowercase letters keep a compact footprint with short x-height and varied widths that create a bouncy baseline texture. Numerals echo the same pen-like contrast and rounded, looped construction, staying consistent with the script’s overall motion.
Well-suited for branding accents, boutique packaging, invitations, greeting cards, and editorial headlines where a personable script voice is desired. It works best in short phrases, names, and pull quotes, especially when ample spacing allows the flourished capitals and long terminals to breathe.
The overall tone is charming and expressive, mixing a sense of elegance with an informal, personal feel. Its looping flourishes and animated stroke endings suggest a romantic, celebratory mood rather than a strict or utilitarian one.
The design appears intended to emulate quick, confident pen lettering with a calligraphic finish—prioritizing expressive motion, decorative capitals, and contrast-driven sparkle over uniformity. Its proportions and flourish system aim to deliver a distinctive signature-like presence for display typography.
Letter connections appear selective rather than fully continuous, so the texture alternates between linked strokes and clear separations. The contrast and delicate hairlines favor display sizes, where the tapered details and swashes can read clearly.