Script Otlob 7 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, branding, packaging, invitations, greeting cards, friendly, whimsical, handmade, casual, storybook, human warmth, casual charm, handmade texture, readable script, playful display, rounded, playful, bouncy, informal, calligraphic.
A lively handwritten script with a monoline-to-slightly-modulated stroke and soft, rounded terminals. Letterforms are mostly upright with a gently bouncy baseline and variable character widths that create an organic rhythm. Many lowercase shapes show looped or hooked entries and exits, with occasional partial connections rather than strict continuous joining. Capitals are simplified and open, often with subtle flares and small spur-like details that reinforce the hand-drawn feel; numerals are simple and legible with the same loose, brushed consistency.
This font suits short to medium-length text where a friendly handwritten voice is desired: branding accents, packaging copy, invitations, greeting cards, social posts, and display lines on posters. It can also work for pull quotes or subheads when paired with a calmer text face for body copy.
The overall tone feels warm, personable, and a bit quirky—like neat marker or brush lettering used for notes, labels, and cheerful headlines. Its irregularities read as intentional and human, giving text a conversational, handmade charm rather than a polished formalness.
The design appears intended to emulate casual brush/marker script with a readable, contemporary structure and just enough irregularity to feel authentic. It prioritizes approachability and rhythm over strict calligraphic precision, offering a decorative handwritten texture that remains clear at display sizes.
Spacing appears deliberately airy, helping the curvy forms and occasional loops stay distinct in running text. Descenders (notably in g, j, y) add movement and personality, while the restrained contrast keeps the texture even across longer lines.