Serif Flared Anrus 5 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, posters, refined, dramatic, classic, confident, luxury tone, editorial impact, classic revival, display clarity, brand voice, crisp, sculpted, calligraphic, bracketed, tapered.
This typeface is a high-contrast serif with sharply tapered, flared terminals and wedge-like serifs that feel carved rather than slabbed. Strokes transition quickly from thick verticals to hairline joins, giving letters a crisp, glossy rhythm in text. Curves are smooth and slightly taut, with narrow apertures in places and pointed entry/exit strokes that add snap to counters and joins. The lowercase shows traditional proportions with a moderate x-height, tall ascenders, and compact bowls, while capitals carry strong vertical emphasis and clean, symmetrical construction.
Best suited to headlines, decks, pull quotes, and other editorial display settings where its contrast and sharp terminals can shine. It can also support upscale branding and packaging, especially where a classic-but-modern serif voice is desired. For longer passages, it will typically perform best at comfortable sizes and with ample line spacing to preserve the delicate details.
Overall it reads as elegant and assertive, with a fashion/editorial polish and a touch of theatrical sharpness. The pointed terminals and bright contrast lend it a premium, attention-getting tone that still feels rooted in classic book and magazine typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern, luxe interpretation of a classic serif, emphasizing dramatic contrast and flared stroke endings to create a distinctive silhouette. It aims for sophistication and impact without resorting to heavy weight, relying instead on crisp hairlines and sculpted terminals for character.
In the sample text, the contrast and fine hairlines become a defining texture, so spacing and line length matter: it looks most controlled when set with comfortable leading and not overly tight tracking. Numerals follow the same sculpted logic, pairing sturdy main strokes with delicate hairlines for a refined, display-friendly look.