Cursive Ekgur 12 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, quotes, invitations, social media, friendly, casual, playful, personal, inviting, handwritten feel, friendly branding, informal elegance, display script, monoline, brushy, looping, rounded, airy.
This typeface presents a lively handwritten script with a slight forward slant and a smooth, brush-pen feel. Strokes are predominantly monoline with gentle swelling at curves and terminals, creating a soft, rhythmic texture. Letterforms are narrow and tall with generous ascenders/descenders and a notably small x-height, giving words a buoyant, upward motion. Connections are frequent but not rigidly continuous, with open counters and rounded joins that keep the silhouette light and readable at display sizes.
It works best for short to medium-length text where a human, handcrafted voice is desired—logos, product labels, café/food packaging, greeting cards, invitations, pull quotes, and social graphics. The narrow, tall proportions also suit vertical or space-conscious headlines where you want an elegant handwritten presence without heavy texture.
The overall tone is warm and personable, like quick, confident note-taking with a touch of flair. Its looping forms and relaxed rhythm suggest informality and approachability, making it feel conversational rather than formal or ceremonial.
The design appears intended to capture a natural brush-script handwriting style that feels authentic and friendly while remaining clean enough for repeated use in branding and display typography.
Capitals are expressive and varied, functioning like small swashes that help words stand out without becoming overly ornate. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with rounded shapes and simple construction that keeps them visually consistent with the letters.