Cursive Bidew 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, social media, invitations, headlines, casual, friendly, lively, handcrafted, playful, human warmth, informal voice, signature style, expressive display, handmade feel, brushy, slanted, looping, rounded, expressive.
A lively, right-slanted handwritten script with brush-like strokes and clearly visible tapering at entry and exit terminals. Letterforms favor rounded bowls and open counters, with a smooth, continuous rhythm that suggests quick pen movement. Strokes show subtle pressure variation and occasional thickened downstrokes, while ascenders and capitals sweep upward with elongated, calligraphic gestures. Overall spacing feels compact and fluid, with slightly irregular character widths that enhance the natural, hand-drawn texture.
This style works best for short to medium text where a handwritten voice is desirable—logos, boutique branding, labels, greeting cards, invitations, posters, and social content. It can also serve as an accent face paired with a neutral sans or serif for contrast, especially in headings, pull quotes, and callouts.
The font conveys an upbeat, personable tone—informal and conversational rather than formal or ceremonial. Its energetic slant and soft curves give it a warm, approachable feel, suitable for messaging that aims to be charming, spontaneous, or human.
The design appears intended to mimic a quick, confident brush-pen signature—prioritizing flow, spontaneity, and personality over strict geometric regularity. Its consistent slant and tapered terminals aim to deliver a cohesive handwritten look that remains readable in display settings.
Capitals are especially expressive, using long lead-in and lead-out strokes that can create a strong visual presence at the start of words. The numerals match the script personality with rounded forms and gentle stroke tapering, keeping the set cohesive in mixed text.