Script Balad 5 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, wedding, branding, packaging, headlines, elegant, whimsical, romantic, vintage, friendly, handwritten elegance, decorative display, signature style, formal charm, looping, flourished, calligraphic, monoline feel, bouncy.
A flowing, right-leaning script with a calligraphic rhythm and frequent entry/exit strokes that suggest continuous handwriting. Letterforms are relatively compact with tall ascenders and descenders, and the overall texture alternates between fine hairlines and fuller strokes for a crisp, high-contrast look. Curves are smooth and rounded, with generous loops in letters like g, y, and f, and occasional tapered terminals and swash-like cross-strokes. Capitals are more ornamental and varied, mixing upright stems with pronounced curves and open bowls, while the lowercase maintains a lively, slightly bouncing baseline.
Well-suited for invitations, greeting cards, wedding materials, and boutique branding where an elegant handwritten voice is desired. It also works effectively for short headlines, logos, and packaging accents, especially when set at larger sizes to let the loops and contrast read clearly.
The font conveys a polished, personable tone—refined enough for formal accents but relaxed and playful through its looping forms and handwritten irregularities. Its flourishes and lively slant give it a romantic, boutique feel with a hint of vintage charm.
Designed to mimic neat, stylized penmanship with decorative capitals and expressive loops, aiming for a balance of legibility and flourish. The emphasis appears to be on creating a signature-like script that feels personal and refined for display-oriented typography.
Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with soft curves and occasional looped forms (notably in 2 and 3) that keep figures decorative rather than strictly utilitarian. Stroke endings often finish in teardrop-like or tapered terminals, helping the script feel inked and gesture-driven even where connections are not fully continuous.