Script Degug 12 is a light, narrow, very high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, wedding, branding, packaging, headlines, elegant, whimsical, airy, romantic, refined, formal script, decorative flair, handcrafted feel, signature style, premium tone, looped, calligraphic, monoline hairlines, swashy, bouncy.
A formal handwritten script with a pronounced rightward slant and flowing, calligraphic motion. Strokes show strong thick–thin modulation, with fine hairlines transitioning into fuller downstrokes and soft, tapered terminals. Letterforms are narrow and vertically oriented, with tall ascenders and occasional long descenders; counters are open and curves are smooth, giving a light, buoyant rhythm. Connections are suggested by entry/exit strokes, though many capitals and some lowercase forms read as individually drawn with subtle swashes and loops for emphasis.
Best suited for display settings where its contrast and fine hairlines can be appreciated—such as invitations, wedding stationery, boutique branding, beauty/lifestyle packaging, and short headline phrases. It performs especially well when given generous size and spacing, and when paired with a simple serif or sans for supporting text.
The overall tone is graceful and romantic, balancing polished calligraphy with a slightly playful, hand-drawn bounce. Delicate hairlines and looping terminals add a sense of charm and intimacy, while the tall proportions keep it feeling refined rather than casual.
Designed to emulate formal pen lettering with an expressive, modern flourish—delivering an upscale script feel that remains personable and handcrafted. The intent appears focused on decorative readability for names, titles, and celebratory messaging rather than dense body copy.
Capitals feature distinctive, decorative constructions (notably rounded bowls and extended cross strokes) that add personality in headlines. Numerals are similarly calligraphic, with curving shapes and occasional flourished terminals, aligning well with the script’s elegant contrast and rhythm.