Script Pukeh 2 is a regular weight, narrow, very high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, invitations, posters, playful, whimsical, chic, handmade, friendly, hand-lettered feel, display impact, boutique elegance, expressive script, playful warmth, brushy, bouncy, looped, rounded, inky.
This typeface pairs tall, slender proportions with dramatic thick–thin modulation, creating an inky, brush-like rhythm across both caps and lowercase. Strokes often swell into soft, rounded terminals and then taper into hairline entry/exit strokes, with a subtle bounce in baseline behavior that reinforces its hand-drawn character. The lowercase is compact in height relative to the prominent ascenders and descenders, and several letters introduce gentle loops and teardrop-like joins. Counters are generally open and rounded, while capitals mix simplified, sign-like structures with occasional cursive inflections, producing a lively, variable texture in words and headlines.
Best suited for display settings where its contrast and lively curves can be appreciated, such as headlines, logo wordmarks, boutique branding, and product packaging. It can also work well for invitations, greeting cards, and social graphics where a friendly, handcrafted tone is desired.
The overall tone is upbeat and personable, with a whimsical, boutique feel that reads as crafted rather than mechanical. Its high-contrast brush energy and looping details add a touch of elegance without becoming overly formal, making it feel inviting and expressive.
The font appears designed to capture a polished hand-lettered script look with bold brush emphasis and airy hairline transitions, prioritizing personality and visual flair over neutral text uniformity. Its tall forms and looping joins suggest an intention to create elegant, attention-grabbing word shapes for short phrases and titles.
The design shows noticeable letter-to-letter personality: some forms are more monoline-like in their thin strokes while others carry heavier, calligraphic swelling, which amplifies a handwritten impression. Numerals and punctuation follow the same contrast logic, with delicate hairlines and bold bowls that stand out at larger sizes.