Calligraphic Nuly 10 is a very light, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: greeting cards, invitations, quotes, packaging, headlines, airy, whimsical, graceful, friendly, delicate, handwritten charm, soft elegance, approachable tone, decorative accents, monoline, looping, rounded, tall ascenders, open counters.
A light, handwritten calligraphic face with slender, gently slanted strokes and smooth, rounded terminals. Letterforms are mostly unconnected and built from simple oval bowls and soft curves, with occasional looped entries and understated swashes in capitals. Proportions lean tall and lean, with generous ascenders/descenders and open counters that keep the texture breathable. Spacing feels even and calm in text, with a consistent pen-like rhythm rather than mechanical repetition.
Well-suited for short to medium text where a friendly handwritten voice is desired, such as greeting cards, invitations, brand taglines, labels, and quote graphics. It can also work for headings and subheads in lifestyle or craft-oriented layouts when paired with a more neutral text face.
The overall tone is charming and personable, combining a neat, schoolbook-like clarity with subtle flourishes that add a playful elegance. It reads as warm and inviting rather than formal, making the text feel conversational and lightly decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a clean, legible handwritten look with just enough calligraphic flourish in key shapes to feel special. It balances an everyday pen-script impression with decorative touches that help it stand out in display settings.
Capitals show the most personality, featuring curled hooks and gentle loops (notably in letters like G, J, Q, and R), while lowercase stays simpler for readability. Numerals follow the same flowing, handwritten logic, with rounded shapes and modest curvature that matches the alphabet.