There’s something about a handwritten font that just makes everything feel a little more human. Maybe it’s the rhythm of the strokes, the imperfect edges, or that sense of personality you can’t quite get from a sans serif. Whatever it is — it’s what brings warmth and life to wedding invitations, menus, and all those little printed moments that make people stop and look twice.
I’ve spent a lot of time experimenting with type — mixing calligraphy-style scripts with modern serif pairings, testing how they print on cotton stock, seeing which ones hold their shape beautifully in foil or letterpress. Some are romantic and full of movement, others more minimal and modern, and some just have that effortless charm that makes you smile.
So, I’ve rounded up my favorite handwritten fonts heading into 2026 - the ones I actually reach for in my own work, from wedding suites to brand projects - all beautiful, high-quality typefaces that print as well as they look on screen.
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Romantic & Elegant Wedding Scripts
Solasta
Personally obsessed with this font. Solasta is a flowing, organic script that feels effortless but refined - that perfect balance between handwriting and calligraphy. Its smooth connections and natural rhythm make it beautiful for wedding invitations, logos, and anything that calls for a touch of movement. It prints cleanly in letterpress and foil, holding onto that handwritten texture without ever looking messy. A modern classic that feels both crafted and contemporary.
Wild Magnolia blooms with charm and spontaneity. Its casual, flowing strokes feel expressive and warm. It’s perfect for adding personality to announcements, invitations, or brand details without overwhelming the design. This is a script that feels playful yet purposeful, marrying organic fluidity with a polished finish.
Luxury Handwritten Fonts
Avanti
Avanti blends relaxed ease with a bold personality. It has a casual rhythm, yet the strokes feel intentional and expressive - the kind of font that looks like someone’s signature made with confidence. Whether used in bold or thin weights, it’s especially nice for adding warmth and individuality to invitation headers, envelopes, or brand details.
Modena
Okay it's another one by Jen Wagner, but she just does luxury handwritten fonts SO WELL. Modena Duo is an elegant pairing of script and sans, made to work beautifully together in harmony. The script side feels graceful and refined, with sweeping strokes and soft transitions, while the complementary sans gives you structure and balance. It’s the kind of font family you reach for when you want one voice for names and flourishes, and another for legible supporting text. Ships with six free logo templates, too - a smart bonus.
Whimsical & Playful Handwritten Fonts
Because we all know they're still trending.
Colette
Colette feels like handwriting dipped in ink - warm, readable, and just a touch whimsical. It has the kind of natural rhythm that softens a design without sacrificing legibility. With built-in alternates and ligatures, it gives you that “written by hand, but polished” look - ideal for wedding invites, personal branding, or any project that wants to feel expressive yet refined.
Something a little different! I love a ballpoint pen style, but it still adopts to whimsical stylewe're seeing everywhere right now. Princess Siena is a romantic script with an elegant sway. Its letterforms carry a gentle calligraphic feel - delicate, fluid, and rich with subtle flourish. It’s the kind of font that feels perfect for wedding suites or vow books: expressive and feminine, but still readable. A lovely choice when you want handwritten charm that leans toward classic romance.
Modern Handwritten Fonts
Paso Robles
Paso Robles feels free, warm, and personal - like a quick love note penned by hand. The strokes are a little rougher and more textured, which gives it character, but it retains enough polish to work beautifully on wedding invitations, menus, or intimate stationery touches. It brings in that handwritten intimacy without ever feeling messy - perfect when you want something expressive but still elegant.
Amaretti Script feels delightfully modern yet soft. The strokes flow gracefully from one letter to the next, giving that handwritten fluidity without losing readability. It’s a beautiful choice for wedding suites or branding where you want a gentle, approachable elegance.
Casual Brush or Marker Fonts
Los Alamos
ED Los Alamos is a dynamic handwritten brush script with energy and character. Its expressive strokes, flowing ligatures, and subtle texture give it a handcrafted feel while still remaining legible and versatile. This typeface works beautifully for headers, quotes, invitations, and branding—especially when you want to inject personality into your design without overdoing the flourish.
Mexican Foodtruck feels spirited, casual, and full of personality. The brush-style strokes carry warmth and a human touch, like chalk on a café board or hand-lettered menus in a sunny courtyard. It comes in three weights (Thin, Regular, Thick), giving you flexibility whether you want light headings or bold statements. I can see using it for welcome signs, menu cards, or boho stationery extras where you want a relaxed, organic texture that still reads beautifully.
