Cursive Sikod 7 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, posters, social media, quotes, playful, handmade, friendly, energetic, casual, handwritten feel, expressive display, casual branding, brush realism, brushy, loopy, bouncy, expressive, rounded.
An expressive brush-script with a rightward slant and a lively, bouncing baseline. Strokes show clear pressure modulation, with thick downstrokes and thin, tapering entry/exit strokes that end in pointed flicks and teardrop terminals. Letterforms are compact with tight counters and soft, rounded joins, and the rhythm alternates between connected cursive shapes and occasional separated strokes, giving it a natural handwritten cadence. Capitals are simplified and bold with broad stems and minimal internal detail, while numerals match the same brushed construction and casual irregularity.
Best suited to short, attention-grabbing text such as logos, product labels, café or boutique branding, posters, and social media graphics. It also works well for quote designs, invitations, and headings where a warm handwritten voice is desired; for longer passages, larger sizes help preserve clarity in the tighter counters and dense strokes.
The overall tone is upbeat and personable, like quick marker lettering made with confidence. Its loops and brisk swashes add a cheerful, informal character that feels approachable and slightly whimsical rather than polished or corporate.
Designed to mimic bold brush handwriting with expressive pressure changes and quick, flowing movement. The goal appears to be a casual cursive that feels spontaneous and friendly while still reading clearly in display settings.
Texture is smooth and ink-like, with consistent stroke energy across the set and intentional variability in stroke endings that enhances the handmade feel. Spacing appears naturally uneven in a way that reinforces a written-by-hand look, especially in longer text.