Cursive Syme 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, quotes, invitations, social media, lively, casual, expressive, romantic, playful, handwritten charm, display impact, fashionable script, friendly tone, brushy, looped, swashy, slanted, tall ascenders.
A lively brush-script with a rightward slant and pronounced thick–thin modulation that mimics pressure from a pointed brush or flexible nib. Letterforms are compact and relatively narrow, with a short x-height contrasted by tall ascenders and deep descenders that create a vertical, elegant rhythm. Strokes show slightly tapered terminals, occasional ink-trap-like thinning at joins, and gently irregular curves that keep the texture hand-driven rather than mechanical. Connections are frequent in lowercase, while capitals are more stand-alone and feature soft entry strokes and modest swashes for emphasis.
This font is well suited to short-to-medium headlines, branding lockups, packaging accents, and expressive quote graphics where its brush contrast and loops can be appreciated. It also works nicely for invitations and social posts, especially when paired with a restrained sans or serif for supporting text.
The overall tone is personable and upbeat, balancing a romantic, handwritten charm with a brisk, modern energy. Its looping forms and punchy contrast give it a confident, attention-getting voice that still feels informal and friendly.
The design appears intended to capture the spontaneity of quick, stylish handwriting while maintaining enough consistency for repeated use in display settings. Its narrow, slanted construction and contrast-driven strokes aim to deliver a fashionable script look that stays energetic and legible at larger sizes.
Round letters like o/c/e stay open and airy, while forms such as g, y, and z introduce distinctive loops and hooks that add character in running text. Numerals follow the same brush logic, with simple, readable shapes and occasional flourish, helping the set feel cohesive across mixed content.