Script Ifmes 12 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, branding, packaging, greeting cards, headlines, elegant, romantic, classic, refined, warm, formal penmanship, decorative display, personal warmth, classic elegance, flowing, looped, calligraphic, slanted, smooth.
A flowing, right-slanted script with smooth, calligraphic curves and modest stroke modulation. Letterforms are narrow and vertically oriented, with rounded terminals, soft entry/exit strokes, and occasional looped ascenders and descenders that keep the texture lively. Capitals lean toward embellished, swash-like shapes while remaining readable, and lowercase forms maintain a consistent rhythm with compact counters and a relatively low x-height. Numerals follow the same cursive logic, with curved, handwritten construction that blends naturally with text.
Well-suited for invitations, announcements, and greeting cards where a formal handwritten voice is desired. It also works for boutique branding, packaging labels, and display headlines, especially when used at moderate-to-large sizes to preserve the delicate curves and joins.
The overall tone is graceful and personable, balancing formality with an inviting handwritten feel. It suggests classic correspondence and polished craft, with enough flourish to feel special without becoming overly ornate.
The design appears intended to emulate neat, formal penmanship with controlled flourishes, providing a legible script that feels traditional and polished. Its consistent slant and restrained contrast aim for a dependable, elegant texture across both capitals and lowercase.
In running text the spacing and joins create a continuous line of motion, with distinctive capital forms providing emphasis at word starts. The slant and narrow proportions give it a slightly sophisticated, elongated look that suits larger sizes and short-to-medium phrases.