Script Abbum 8 is a regular weight, very narrow, very high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, branding, packaging, headlines, social posts, playful, chic, whimsical, handmade, romantic, modern calligraphy, handmade charm, display flair, stylish voice, bouncy, lively, looped, brushy, tall.
A lively script with tall, condensed proportions and a pronounced rightward slant. Strokes show strong thick–thin modulation reminiscent of brush lettering, with rounded terminals, occasional tapering entry/exit strokes, and a slightly irregular hand-drawn rhythm. Letterforms mix connected cursive behavior with selective breaks, creating a flowing line while keeping individual characters distinct; ascenders are long and prominent, and counters are generally open for a clean, airy texture. Capitals are more gestural and sweeping, while lowercase forms lean on simple loops and narrow bowls, giving the overall set a nimble, vertical cadence.
Well-suited to short-to-medium display settings where its contrast and narrow, tall rhythm can shine—such as invitations, greeting cards, boutique branding, product packaging, and social media graphics. It also works for pull quotes and headline treatments, especially when paired with a simpler text face for longer reading.
The tone feels personable and upbeat, like stylish modern calligraphy used for friendly announcements and creative branding. Its high-energy curves and looping joins add a light, flirtatious charm, balancing elegance with an informal handmade warmth.
The design appears intended to evoke contemporary hand-lettered calligraphy in a condensed, highly expressive form. It aims to deliver an elegant, fashion-forward script voice while retaining the spontaneity and charm of brush-written lettering for prominent, personality-driven typography.
Spacing appears intentionally tight and vertical, producing a compact word shape with strong rhythm in running text. The numerals follow the same calligraphic contrast and slant, keeping a cohesive look for pricing, dates, and headings.