Cursive Sibid 5 is a bold, narrow, very high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, headlines, playful, romantic, handmade, lively, friendly, handmade feel, signature tone, energetic display, casual warmth, brushy, swashy, bouncy, casual, dynamic.
A brush-script style with a right-leaning, handwritten rhythm and pronounced stroke contrast. Forms are built from tapered entries and exits with rounded terminals, giving the letters an inked, pressure-driven feel. Proportions are compact with tight counters and a lively baseline bounce; capitals are more exuberant, with occasional looped or hooked gestures and extended lead-in strokes. The figures follow the same calligraphic logic, mixing sturdy downstrokes with thinner connecting turns for a cohesive texture in text.
Well-suited for short, prominent copy where a handwritten voice is desirable, such as logos, brand marks, product packaging, posters, invitations, and social graphics. It performs best in display settings and brief phrases, where the bold brush texture and lively slant can remain clear and intentional.
The overall tone is energetic and personable, balancing bold presence with an informal, handcrafted charm. It reads as expressive and approachable—more like a confident signature or brush note than formal calligraphy—making it feel upbeat and conversational.
Likely designed to capture the feel of quick brush lettering—confident, high-energy strokes with natural pressure variation—while staying consistent enough for repeatable display typography. The set aims to provide a charismatic, signature-like voice that adds warmth and motion to headings and branded phrases.
Texture in running text is dense and punchy due to the heavy downstrokes and compact interior spaces, while the thin strokes add sparkle and motion. The sample shows clear word shapes at display sizes, with capitals providing strong emphasis and a slightly swashy flavor without becoming overly ornate.