Classy, formal, decorative — script fonts have a look all their own

By Doug Downey

Posted on Monday, May 1st, 2023

Ah, script fonts—the fancy, curly-haired cousin of the font world. These fonts are like the divas of the design world, demanding attention and admiration wherever they go. They’re the fonts that say, “Why just write something when you can write it with style and pizzazz?”

Script fonts are like that friend who always wears high heels and red lipstick, even when going to the grocery store. They’re confident, glamorous, and always ready for their close-up.

They’re the fonts that make you feel like you’re writing with a quill pen on a piece of parchment, even if you’re just typing on a computer. They’re the fonts that transport you to a world of ballroom dancing, champagne toasts, and candlelit dinners.

If script fonts were people, they’d be the kind of folks who are always dressed to the nines, with perfectly coiffed hair and impeccable manners. They’d have a penchant for old Hollywood movies, vintage cars, and expensive champagne.

But don’t let their fancy facade fool you—script fonts can still have fun. They might not be as down-to-earth as their sans-serif counterparts, but they know how to let loose every once in a while. Just imagine a script font throwing off its high heels and twirling around on the dance floor to some upbeat jazz music.

So if you want your design to look elegant, sophisticated, and full of flair, go for a script font. Just be prepared to deal with its diva-like demands and high maintenance personality.

Be sure to read Doug’s take on serif and sans serif fonts!

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Doug Downey has been in the sign business since 1979. He provides sign and logo design services to sign companies in the US and Canada. Visit him online at The Image Factory.

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Doug Downey has been in the sign business since 1979. He provides sign and logo design services to sign companies in the US and Canada. His company, The Image Factory is in Stratford, Ontario, Canada.