Cursive Ipres 2 is a light, narrow, low contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: quotes, greeting cards, social posts, packaging, labels, casual, friendly, airy, playful, handmade, handwritten feel, friendly tone, quick notes, casual branding, monoline, looping, flowing, rounded, bouncy.
A slender, monoline cursive with a consistent rightward slant and smooth, pen-like stroke behavior. Letterforms are simplified and open, with rounded terminals and occasional looped entrances/exits that create a light, continuous rhythm in text. Uppercase forms are tall and gestural, while the lowercase stays compact, producing a noticeable contrast between ascenders and the small core body. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with soft curves and lightly irregular widths that reinforce an organic, drawn quality.
Works well for short-to-medium headlines, quotes, invitations, and greeting-card style messages where a warm handwritten voice is desired. It can also suit packaging, tags, and lifestyle branding accents, especially when paired with a simple sans for supporting text.
The overall tone is relaxed and personable, like quick, tidy handwriting used for notes or informal labeling. Its airy structure and looping joins give it a cheerful, approachable feel rather than a formal calligraphic one.
The design appears intended to mimic neat everyday cursive writing with a clean, modern simplicity. It prioritizes fluidity and a friendly rhythm over strict uniformity, aiming for an authentic handwritten presence that remains readable in common display sizes.
Spacing and width vary subtly from character to character, which adds authenticity and a lively texture in longer lines. The design favors smooth curves over sharp corners, and maintains clarity through open counters and uncomplicated joins.