Cursive Tufi 5 is a light, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: signature, branding, headlines, invitations, packaging, elegant, airy, personal, expressive, fluid, handwritten charm, refined script, signature feel, quick notation, monoline, looping, slanted, spare, gestural.
A flowing script with a pronounced rightward slant and a light, pen-like stroke that stays mostly monoline while allowing subtle swelling in curves and joins. Letterforms are compact and tall in proportion, with long, sweeping entry/exit strokes and occasional open counters that keep the texture airy. The rhythm feels brisk and handwritten, with variable letter widths and lively terminals that taper into fine points or soft hooks. Capitals are larger and more gestural, often built from single, continuous strokes with broad loops and extended arms.
Well-suited to signatures, logos, and brand marks where a personal, refined script is desired. It performs especially well in short headlines, invitation lines, and packaging accents that benefit from graceful motion and compact width. For best results, use at larger sizes or with slightly increased tracking to preserve the delicate stroke and open texture.
The font conveys a refined, personal tone—like quick, confident handwriting used for a signature or a stylish note. Its thin strokes and spacious forms feel delicate and upscale, while the energetic slant and looping capitals add charm and expressiveness. Overall it reads as modern calligraphic rather than formal, balancing elegance with informality.
The design appears intended to mimic fast, confident pen writing with stylish, looped capitals and a smooth connecting flow. It prioritizes expressive gesture and a sleek, vertical presence over strict uniformity, aiming to deliver an elegant handwritten look that feels contemporary and personable.
The sample text shows a consistent baseline flow with frequent, smooth connections and occasional breaks that reinforce a natural handwritten cadence. Long ascenders and descenders contribute to a tall silhouette, and the narrow overall set creates a streamlined line of text that looks best when allowed breathing room. Numerals follow the same cursive logic, with simple, slanted forms that match the letter rhythm.