Cursive Arres 1 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, headlines, packaging, posters, social media, lively, casual, energetic, expressive, confident, handwritten feel, dynamic emphasis, friendly tone, brush lettering, brushy, slanted, looping, bouncy, calligraphic.
A slanted, brush-pen script with brisk rhythm and pronounced thick–thin modulation. Strokes taper to sharp terminals and occasionally flare into wedge-like entries, giving letters a quick, hand-drawn snap. Forms are compact and slightly condensed, with rounded bowls and frequent loop construction in letters like g, y, and j; connections appear intermittently in text, while many capitals remain more standalone and gestural. The overall texture is crisp and inky, with subtle baseline bounce and lively stroke turns that emphasize motion over strict uniformity.
Well-suited for short display settings such as logos, brand marks, packaging accents, posters, and promotional headlines where a handwritten voice is desired. It also works for quotes, invitations, and social graphics when set at larger sizes that preserve the sharp tapers and contrast.
The font reads as upbeat and personable, with an informal handwritten tone that feels fast, confident, and a bit playful. Its energetic contrast and swooping curves add a touch of flair, making it feel expressive rather than reserved or strictly formal.
The design appears intended to emulate quick brush lettering with a polished, repeatable structure—capturing the spontaneity of handwriting while keeping letterforms consistent enough for impactful display typography.
Capitals show more calligraphic gesture and angular brush pressure changes, while lowercase maintains a smoother, more continuous flow. Numerals mirror the same brush logic, with open counters and tapered ends that keep them visually consistent with the letters. Spacing and joins in the sample text suggest it performs best when allowed some breathing room, letting the stroke contrast and angled motion stay clear.