Script Delas 8 is a light, very narrow, very high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, branding, logotypes, headlines, packaging, elegant, whimsical, romantic, airy, delicate, calligraphic elegance, decorative caps, handwritten charm, display impact, calligraphic, looping, flourished, monoline feel, expressive.
A flowing script with a pronounced rightward slant and strong calligraphic contrast between hairline entry strokes and heavier downstrokes. Letterforms are tall and compact with narrow proportions, giving words a tight rhythm while still allowing occasional generous loops and swashes, especially in capitals. Terminals often taper to fine points, and many joins are implied rather than fully connected, creating a light, lifted texture across lines. Numerals and lowercase forms keep the same pen-driven logic, with rounded bowls, teardrop-like counters, and varied stroke weight within each glyph.
Well-suited for wedding and event stationery, boutique branding, and product packaging where an elegant handwritten voice is desired. It works especially well for short headlines, names, and logo-style wordmarks; for longer passages, generous size and spacing help maintain clarity.
The overall tone is graceful and personable, balancing refinement with a playful, handwritten charm. Flourished capitals and delicate hairlines add a touch of romance and celebration, while the consistent slant and compact rhythm keep it polished rather than casual.
Designed to emulate a pointed-pen, calligraphic script with elevated contrast and stylish flourishes, aiming for a refined display look that still feels human and hand-drawn. The compact proportions and consistent slant prioritize a cohesive word shape, while decorative capitals provide moments of emphasis and personality.
Capitals show the most decorative behavior, with extended lead-in strokes and occasional loops that can create prominent silhouettes at the start of words. The contrast and fine hairlines suggest best performance at display sizes or in settings where printing and rendering can preserve thin details.