Script Etkiw 1 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logos, packaging, posters, signage, retro, playful, warm, confident, friendly, hand-lettered look, display impact, retro feel, friendly branding, swashy, rounded, brushy, looping, bouncy.
A heavy, slanted script with thick, rounded strokes and soft terminals that mimic a loaded brush or marker. Letterforms are compact with tight counters and prominent entry/exit strokes, creating a lively, continuous rhythm even when glyphs don’t fully connect. Curves are emphasized over sharp angles, and many capitals feature broad bowls and restrained swashes that add momentum without becoming overly ornate. Numerals follow the same bold, rounded construction for a cohesive, display-forward texture.
Best suited to short, high-impact applications such as headlines, brand marks, labels, and poster typography where the bold, brushy script texture can take center stage. It also works well for packaging and signage that aims for a friendly, retro-leaning voice, especially when set with generous spacing and ample size.
The font conveys a cheerful, nostalgic energy with a hand-made charm and a touch of classic sign-painting flair. Its chunky forms and smooth curves feel approachable and upbeat, reading as expressive rather than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, hand-lettered script look that feels confident and energetic, balancing decorative movement with consistent, legible shapes for display use. It prioritizes visual punch and flowing rhythm over delicate detail, aligning well with branding and promotional typography.
At text sizes the dense stroke weight and compact counters can reduce interior clarity, while larger settings highlight the pleasant flow, loops, and rhythmic slant. Capitals are especially attention-grabbing and can dominate a line, making the typeface feel headline-oriented.