Script Haru 12 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Hanley Pro' by District 62 Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, logos, packaging, posters, children’s media, playful, friendly, retro, whimsical, bouncy, display script, friendly branding, playful tone, hand-drawn charm, rounded, soft, bulky, casual, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded script with smooth, blobby terminals and a largely monoline feel. Letterforms lean toward simplified handwritten construction: broad bowls, soft corners, and occasional teardrop-like joins that suggest brush or marker pressure without strong contrast. The rhythm is bouncy and informal, with uneven gesture and slightly irregular curves that keep it from feeling geometric. Spacing is generous and the counters stay fairly open for the weight, helping readability in short lines despite the chunky strokes.
Best suited for short, high-impact text such as headlines, branding marks, packaging titles, stickers, and poster copy where a friendly handwritten voice is desired. It also fits children’s products, casual food/coffee branding, and playful event materials, especially at display sizes where the rounded details can breathe.
The font conveys an upbeat, approachable tone with a nostalgic, mid-century sign-painting/cartoony flavor. Its soft shapes and buoyant baseline feel friendly and lighthearted rather than formal, making it well suited to cheerful, kid-friendly messaging.
Designed to deliver a confident, hand-drawn script look with soft, chunky forms that prioritize charm and immediacy over precision. The intent appears to be a lively, approachable display script that reads quickly and creates a warm, playful presence.
Uppercase characters read as sturdy and iconic, while lowercase forms emphasize handwritten quirks (notably single-storey shapes and rounded shoulders). Numerals match the same chunky, rounded construction and feel display-oriented. The overall texture is bold and dark on the page, so it benefits from ample line spacing and works best when set larger.