Cursive Ufbar 12 is a light, narrow, high contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: logotypes, branding, packaging, wedding, editorial, elegant, airy, expressive, fluid, fashion-forward, signature, luxury feel, expressive flow, display impact, brushlike, calligraphic, looping, slanted, lively.
A slanted cursive script with brushlike, calligraphic construction and pronounced thick–thin transitions. Strokes taper to fine hairlines at entry and exit points, while downstrokes swell into smooth, rounded terminals. Letterforms are narrow and elongated with generous ascenders and descenders, creating a tall, graceful rhythm. Connections are mostly continuous in running text, with occasional lifted joins that mimic quick pen movement and add sparkle to the texture.
This font performs best as a display script for logotypes, brand marks, invitations, and packaging where a refined handwritten presence is desired. It also suits short editorial headlines, pull quotes, and social graphics when set with ample tracking and line spacing to preserve its delicate hairlines and lively connections.
The overall tone is refined and stylish, balancing a romantic handwritten feel with a modern, fashion-oriented sheen. Its swift stroke rhythm and dramatic contrast read as confident and expressive rather than casual or rustic. In longer phrases it feels airy and premium, suited to messaging that wants a personal signature effect.
The design appears intended to capture the look of quick, confident brush-pen lettering—combining elegant contrast with narrow, sweeping forms to create a signature-like impression. It prioritizes expressive flow and headline impact over dense body-text uniformity.
Capitals are notably decorative and gestural, often featuring extended lead-in strokes and soft loops that stand out as display elements. Lowercase counters remain open and legible despite the tight width, and the numerals follow the same angled, handwritten cadence with simple, streamlined forms.