Script Abret 8 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, branding, headlines, packaging, quotes, elegant, whimsical, handcrafted, romantic, vintage, handwritten elegance, decorative script, signature feel, boutique charm, calligraphic, looping, flourished, monoline-like, delicate.
A handwritten script with slender, high-contrast strokes and a gently upright posture. Letterforms are narrow and tall, with rounded bowls, tapered entry/exit strokes, and occasional hairline flicks that mimic a flexible pen. The rhythm alternates between simple vertical stems and airy, looping curves, creating a light texture with noticeable ascenders and descenders. Connections are suggested in many lowercase forms, while capitals often stand more independently with ornamental swashes and soft terminals.
Best suited to short-to-medium text where its delicate strokes and flourishes can be appreciated, such as invitations, greeting cards, boutique branding, product packaging, social graphics, and pull quotes. It can also work for accent text paired with a simpler companion face, especially when you want an elegant handwritten signature feel.
The overall tone is graceful and personable, mixing refinement with playful curls. Its thin hairlines and looping details give it a slightly vintage, romantic feel while still reading as casual and handmade rather than strictly formal.
Designed to emulate a neat, calligraphic hand with controlled contrast and decorative loops, aiming for an expressive script that feels crafted and refined. The narrow proportions and tall extenders suggest an intention to create graceful, space-efficient letterforms that still deliver personality through terminals and swashes.
Capitals show more decorative behavior (notably in letters like Q, G, and J), which can draw attention in headings. Numerals follow the same calligraphic contrast and include curled details (especially in 2, 3, and 9), reinforcing the font’s ornamental, handwritten character.