Cursive Ulse 1 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, posters, packaging, social media, playful, friendly, retro, casual, energetic, hand-lettered feel, display impact, brand warmth, informal voice, vintage flair, brushy, rounded, bouncy, expressive, organic.
A bold, brush-leaning cursive with a forward slant and lively, variable stroke rhythm. Letterforms are rounded and slightly bouncy, with high-contrast thick–thin modulation that suggests a pressure-sensitive pen or brush. Terminals are soft and tapered, counters are relatively compact, and ascenders/descenders are prominent compared to the short x-height, creating a dynamic vertical texture. Widths vary noticeably from glyph to glyph, giving lines an informal, hand-drawn cadence while keeping overall silhouettes clean and legible at display sizes.
This style performs best in short to medium display copy such as headlines, logos/wordmarks, product packaging, posters, and social media graphics where its bold contrast and handwritten motion can be appreciated. It can also work for invitations or quote graphics, especially when set with generous spacing and paired with a restrained sans for supporting text.
The font reads as upbeat and personable, combining a vintage sign-painting feel with casual handwritten charm. Its confident weight and swooping forms give it an energetic, inviting tone suited to friendly messaging rather than formal or technical content.
The design appears intended to mimic confident, hand-lettered brush script—prioritizing personality, motion, and punchy emphasis over strict uniformity. Its contrast, slant, and rounded terminals aim to deliver a friendly display script that feels crafted and spontaneous while remaining readable.
Uppercase characters behave like standalone, stylized initials with strong curves and occasional swash-like starts, while the lowercase maintains a consistent cursive flow. Numerals are similarly brushy and slightly irregular, matching the script’s rhythm and contrast for cohesive set-wide color.