Script Oplaf 8 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, posters, social media, confident, retro, friendly, upbeat, expressive, display focus, handcrafted feel, brand voice, headline impact, brushed, looping, slanted, rounded, swashy.
A slanted, brush-like script with compact proportions and lively rhythm. Strokes show clear thick-to-thin modulation, with rounded terminals and soft, inked edges that suggest a calligraphic pen or brush. Letterforms lean consistently, mixing occasional joining behavior with distinct, sculpted characters; capitals feature prominent entry strokes and modest swashes while the lowercase keeps a steady, compact silhouette. Overall spacing is fairly tight, and the numerals follow the same flowing, handwritten construction with curved tops and tapered joins.
Best suited for short-to-medium display text where the brush contrast and slanted rhythm can be appreciated—logos, product names, packaging callouts, posters, and social media graphics. It also works well for emphasis in invitations or promotional materials, but its expressive forms are most effective at larger sizes.
The font conveys an energetic, personable tone—polished enough to feel intentional, yet informal enough to feel human. Its bold, swinging curves and brush contrast give it a retro sign-painting flavor that reads as warm and confident rather than delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, brush-script voice that feels handcrafted and dynamic, balancing readability with a touch of flourish. It emphasizes confident word shapes and decorative capitals for attention-grabbing titling.
Capitals are especially decorative, with curved introductory strokes and rounded bowls that create strong word shapes in display settings. The design maintains consistent slant and contrast across letters and figures, helping headings feel cohesive even with varied character widths.