Calligraphic Tilo 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, children's media, playful, whimsical, friendly, retro, informal, handcrafted feel, display impact, retro charm, friendly tone, bouncy, rounded, brushy, chunky, lively.
A lively, brush-influenced display face with thick, rounded strokes and soft terminals that resemble inked calligraphy rather than a rigid pen. Letterforms are upright with a buoyant baseline rhythm, using broad curves, bulbous joins, and occasional curled entry/exit strokes that read as hand-drawn flourishes. Counters are compact and the overall color is dark and even, with only subtle modulation; several glyphs lean into looped bowls and hooked shoulders that add character at larger sizes.
Best suited for short to medium display settings such as headlines, posters, logos, product packaging, and playful branding where the hand-rendered flavor is an asset. It also works well for invitations, quotes, or children’s and hobby-themed materials when set with comfortable spacing and ample size.
The font conveys a cheerful, slightly nostalgic tone—like signage or packaging lettering with a handcrafted charm. Its rounded weight and playful curls feel welcoming and energetic, prioritizing personality over strict formality.
The design appears intended to capture a bold, hand-lettered calligraphic feel with friendly swashes and rounded brush forms, offering an expressive alternative to conventional serif or sans display fonts. It emphasizes recognizable shapes and decorative movement to create standout titles and wordmarks.
Distinctive swashy capitals and looped forms (notably in letters like Q, J, and R) create strong identity, while the numerals share the same soft, brushy construction for cohesive display use. The texture remains smooth and filled-in, making it read more like painted lettering than a dry marker or pointed-pen script.