Cursive Apkus 12 is a regular weight, very narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, invitations, social posts, posters, friendly, playful, casual, handmade, lively, handwritten feel, modern script, compact display, expressive contrast, brushy, looping, bouncy, expressive, organic.
A narrow, slanted script with a brush-pen feel and pronounced thick–thin contrast. Strokes taper into sharp entry/exit terminals, with rounded loops and occasional swashes that give letters a buoyant rhythm. The forms are mostly connected or connection-ready, with tall ascenders, compact bowls, and a relatively small x-height that emphasizes verticality. Capitals are simplified but energetic, and spacing feels tight and flowing, reinforcing a continuous handwritten line.
Best suited for short to medium display copy where its narrow, high-contrast strokes and lively joins can be appreciated—such as logos, product labels, invitations, quotes, and promotional graphics. It can also work for headings or pull quotes when paired with a simpler text face for body copy.
The overall tone is upbeat and personable, like quick, confident handwriting used for notes, menus, or social captions. Its lively contrast and looping shapes add a touch of charm and spontaneity without becoming overly formal.
Designed to capture the look of modern brush handwriting in a compact, vertical footprint, prioritizing expressive rhythm and contrast for attention-grabbing display use. The consistent slant, tapered terminals, and looping construction suggest an intention to feel natural and personable while remaining visually cohesive across alphabet and numerals.
Letter shapes show purposeful variation typical of a hand-drawn script: some joins are more open, counters can be slightly irregular, and a few capitals take on a more standalone, display-like posture. Numerals and lowercase share the same brushy modulation, helping mixed text maintain a cohesive handwritten texture.