Cursive Fubap 12 is a light, narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, invitations, quotes, social posts, airy, casual, friendly, handmade, lively, handwritten feel, approachable tone, signature look, quick elegance, monolinear, loopy, bouncy, open forms, slanted.
A slanted handwritten script with clean, lightly modulated strokes and a smooth, pen-like rhythm. Letterforms are narrow and loosely connected, with frequent entry/exit strokes that keep words flowing while still allowing some separated characters. Ascenders are tall and prominent, bowls are open, and many capitals use broad, looping constructions that create generous white space. Numerals follow the same informal logic, with simple, slightly curved shapes and a consistent baseline slant.
Works well for short to medium-length text where a personal voice is desirable, such as brand signatures, packaging callouts, invitations, greeting cards, and quote graphics. The narrow proportions and flowing joins make it especially effective in headlines, subheads, and highlighted phrases, while longer paragraphs may benefit from generous line spacing for comfort.
The overall tone is relaxed and personable, like quick but careful handwriting on a note or label. Loops and sweeping capitals add a touch of charm and optimism without feeling overly formal or ornate. It reads as approachable and contemporary, suited to friendly messaging rather than strict corporate neutrality.
Designed to emulate an easy, modern cursive hand with a light touch—balancing legibility with expressive loops and a continuous writing motion. The emphasis appears to be on a natural, friendly texture that feels handwritten but controlled enough for repeated, consistent use in display settings.
Capitals tend to be more decorative than the lowercase, introducing larger swashes and occasional crossover strokes that stand out in short headings. Spacing is moderately open for a script, which helps maintain clarity in the sample text while preserving a natural, handwritten unevenness.