Script Esnaf 9 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logos, packaging, posters, signage, retro, cheerful, confident, playful, classic, display impact, hand-lettered feel, nostalgic flavor, friendly branding, swashy, brushed, rounded, looping, bouncy.
A heavy, brush-like script with a pronounced rightward slant and rounded terminals. Strokes show subtle thick–thin modulation and soft, ink-like joins, giving the letterforms a smooth, painted feel rather than a sharp calligraphic one. Uppercase forms are compact and decorative with occasional swash-like entry strokes, while lowercase letters keep a tight x-height and rely on flowing curves, loops, and angled shoulders for rhythm. Numerals match the bold, rounded treatment and maintain the same forward-leaning momentum.
Best suited to display settings such as branding marks, product packaging, posters, and punchy headlines where its bold, flowing strokes can be appreciated. It also works well for short phrases on signage or social graphics, especially when paired with a simple sans for supporting text.
The overall tone is lively and nostalgic, evoking mid-century sign lettering and friendly display typography. Its bold cursive presence feels upbeat and personable, with enough flourish to read as expressive without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended to capture the feel of confident, hand-lettered brush script for attention-grabbing display use. It prioritizes momentum, warmth, and a cohesive cursive silhouette to create an instantly recognizable, vintage-leaning voice.
Letter spacing in the samples appears relatively tight for a script, creating a cohesive, banner-like texture. The heavy weight and rounded counters help it hold together visually at larger sizes, while the compact interior spaces suggest it benefits from generous sizing and breathable layout when used in longer lines.