Cursive Efkiy 8 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, invitations, casual, energetic, friendly, modern, expressive, handwritten feel, expressive display, friendly tone, fast brush script, brushy, slanted, looping, bouncy, high-contrast.
A lively, brush-pen script with a consistent rightward slant and tapered stroke endings. Letterforms show medium contrast from pressure-like stroke modulation, with rounded joins, occasional sharp entry strokes, and a slightly bouncy baseline rhythm. Counters are relatively tight and the x-height reads on the shorter side, while ascenders and descenders are long and active. The overall construction feels semi-connected: many shapes imply cursive flow and linking, but spacing remains legible and open enough for word shapes to stay distinct.
It works well for short to medium display copy such as logos, packaging callouts, headlines, quotes, and social media graphics where a handwritten voice is desirable. The brisk slant and tight, brushy strokes also suit invitations and informal stationery, especially at sizes where the lively details can be appreciated.
The font conveys an upbeat, personable tone—more like quick, confident marker lettering than formal calligraphy. Its lively motion and looped forms feel approachable and contemporary, suitable for messages that want to sound human and energetic.
The design appears intended to capture the speed and confidence of brush writing—prioritizing motion, personality, and a natural handwritten rhythm over rigid uniformity. It aims to provide a casual script option that feels modern and expressive while remaining readable in common display contexts.
Capitals are simple and gestural, designed to lead into following letters with minimal fuss, while lowercase forms lean on smooth curves and occasional looped terminals for character. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with rounded forms and brisk diagonals that keep the set cohesive in mixed text.