Cursive Rilem 7 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, quotes, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, energetic, handmade feel, friendly display, casual emphasis, brush lettering, brushy, rounded, looping, bouncy, informal.
A brush-pen script with rounded terminals, tapered joins, and a lively rightward slant. Strokes feel pressure-driven, producing subtly uneven widths and soft, slightly wobbly contours that read as genuinely handwritten rather than geometric. Letterforms are compact with tight counters and a low-to-moderate x-height, while ascenders and descenders add a rhythmic up-and-down bounce. Connections are frequent and fluid, but not rigidly continuous, giving words a natural, sketchlike flow with confident, heavy strokes.
This font works best for short, expressive text where personality is the priority: logos, product packaging, café or lifestyle branding, posters, social graphics, invitations, and pull quotes. It can also serve as a punchy display companion to a neutral sans for headings and callouts, especially when you want a handmade, upbeat emphasis.
The tone is warm and personable, like a quick note written with a felt-tip or brush marker. Its springy rhythm and chunky strokes create a cheerful, contemporary handmade feel that leans informal and inviting rather than formal or ornate.
The design appears intended to mimic fast, confident brush handwriting with a smooth flow and friendly irregularity. It prioritizes character and impact over strict consistency, aiming for readable, bold script that feels personal and contemporary in display settings.
Capitals are simplified and high-contrast in gesture (thick bodies with swift cross-strokes), standing out well at the start of words. Numerals match the hand-drawn texture and maintain the same rounded, brushy finish, helping mixed text feel cohesive.