Cursive Tilem 5 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, invitations, friendly, playful, casual, handmade, warm, hand-lettered feel, friendly branding, expressive display, casual voice, brushy, rounded, bouncy, looped, textured.
A lively, brush-pen script with rounded terminals and slightly textured, pressure-shaped strokes. Letterforms show a mix of connected cursive behavior and occasional separations, creating an informal rhythm with gently uneven spacing. Curves are generous and soft, with frequent entry/exit strokes and looped constructions; capitals are larger, more gestural, and often include decorative swashes. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with simple, open shapes and a consistent brushy finish.
This style performs best in short to medium-length display text such as logos, product packaging, café or boutique signage, posters, social graphics, and invitations or greeting cards. It can also work for headings or pull quotes where a casual, human voice is desired; for long passages, generous tracking and size help maintain readability.
The font conveys an approachable, upbeat tone—like quick, confident handwriting with a hint of flourish. Its bouncy rhythm and rounded forms feel friendly and conversational, well-suited to personal, informal messaging rather than formal editorial voice.
The design appears intended to capture an expressive, modern handwritten script—combining brush-like stroke modulation with simple, rounded forms and energetic capitals. It aims to provide a personable display voice with enough consistency for repeatable branding while retaining the spontaneity of hand lettering.
Stroke endings are often tapered or slightly blunted, reinforcing a marker/brush tool impression. Several letters feature distinctive looped joins and simplified counters, which enhances personality but can reduce clarity at very small sizes or in dense settings. The overall texture and irregularities read as intentional and cohesive, supporting a handcrafted aesthetic.