Calligraphic Udlo 9 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, greeting cards, packaging, headlines, quotes, warm, artful, classic, casual, charming, handwritten elegance, friendly formality, display voice, brushy, rounded, lively, slanted, organic.
A slanted, calligraphic script with unconnected letterforms and a brush-pen feel. Strokes show gentle swelling and tapering, with rounded terminals and soft, slightly irregular curves that keep the rhythm lively. Capitals are prominent and expressive, often featuring simple entry/exit flicks, while lowercase forms are compact and flowing with clear, open counters. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with smooth, curved construction and minimal sharp corners.
Well-suited for short to medium text where a handwritten, elegant voice is desired—such as invitations, greeting cards, boutique packaging, pull quotes, and editorial or social headlines. It reads best at display sizes where the subtle stroke modulation and rounded terminals can be appreciated.
The overall tone is friendly and personable, like neatly written notes with a touch of formality. It balances polish with spontaneity, giving text an inviting, human cadence without becoming overly ornate.
Designed to mimic confident, formal handwriting using a brush-like stroke, aiming for a legible italic flow that feels personal while still appropriate for refined display typography.
Letter spacing appears moderately loose, helping individual forms stay distinct despite the cursive slant. The silhouette stays consistent across the alphabet, with occasional stroke flicks and modest baseline play that reinforce a hand-rendered character.