Cursive Darek 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, very short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, social posts, invitations, branding, quotes, casual, friendly, playful, lively, personal, handwritten feel, casual voice, expressive texture, signature look, friendly display, brushy, fluid, looping, bouncy, relaxed.
A lively handwritten script with brush-pen energy and a rightward slant. Strokes show moderate thick–thin variation with rounded terminals and occasional tapering, creating an organic, slightly uneven rhythm. Letterforms are compact and tall in proportion, with small interior counters and a notably low lowercase body that relies on ascenders/descenders for character. Connections are common in lowercase, but not strictly continuous, giving the texture of quick, natural writing rather than a rigidly constructed script. Numerals and capitals keep the same drawn quality, with simplified forms and gentle irregularities that reinforce the hand-made feel.
Works well for short to medium-length text where a personal, handwritten impression is desired—such as packaging labels, café or boutique branding, invitations, greeting cards, and social media graphics. It can also suit pull quotes, headings, and highlight phrases where an informal, expressive voice is beneficial. For best results, give it enough size and breathing room so the compact counters and tight joins stay clear.
The overall tone is approachable and informal, like a quick note written with a felt-tip or brush pen. Its bouncy motion and looping strokes add warmth and a lighthearted personality without feeling overly decorative. The slightly unpredictable rhythm reads as human and expressive, suited to friendly, conversational messaging.
Likely designed to capture the look of fast, confident handwriting made with a brush pen, balancing legibility with spontaneity. The compact lowercase and energetic slant aim to create a distinctive, personal signature-like presence while remaining versatile for everyday display applications.
Capitals are simple and upright-to-slightly slanted with minimal ornament, helping them blend into word shapes without dominating. Descenders (notably in letters like g, j, y) are long and curving, adding vertical movement and a distinctive handwritten cadence. Spacing appears naturally variable, producing a lively texture in running text.