Calligraphic Menu 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, packaging, greeting cards, whimsical, storybook, friendly, charming, handcrafted, hand-lettered charm, decorative readability, playful elegance, vintage flavor, curly terminals, rounded forms, soft serifs, bouncy rhythm, informal elegance.
A decorative, hand-drawn roman with rounded strokes and gently swelling curves, featuring generous curves, soft shoulders, and frequent curled terminals. The letters keep an upright stance while varying subtly in stroke movement and width, creating an organic rhythm rather than rigid geometry. Capitals are lively and looped, with playful entry/exit strokes and slightly irregular outlines that read as intentionally handmade. Lowercase forms are open and rounded, with simple, readable construction accented by small flourishes; figures follow the same curly, friendly logic for a cohesive texture in text.
Well-suited to display settings such as headlines, posters, book covers, and packaging where a handcrafted, whimsical voice is desired. It can also work for short-to-medium text in invitations, greeting cards, and branding moments that benefit from a friendly, storybook texture.
The overall tone is warm and whimsical, evoking storybook titling and boutique craft signage. Its curls and soft shapes feel inviting and lightly theatrical, adding personality without turning into heavy ornament. The font suggests a playful, imaginative mood with a hint of vintage charm.
The design appears intended to deliver a formal-yet-playful hand-lettered feel: readable roman letterforms enriched with consistent curls and soft terminals to create charm and character. Its decorative details suggest an emphasis on personality and atmosphere over strict neutrality.
In longer passages, the repeated curled terminals create a distinct, animated texture; spacing feels comfortable, and the design relies on consistent gesture rather than strict typographic symmetry. The ampersand and several capitals lean into decorative loop forms, reinforcing the font’s display-leaning personality even when used in text.