Serif Flared Kofa 12 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, packaging, branding, posters, dramatic, heritage, authoritative, luxurious, display impact, editorial voice, heritage feel, premium tone, brand emphasis, wedge serif, bracketed, calligraphic, sculpted, angular.
A high-contrast serif with sculpted, flared stroke terminals that read like wedge-shaped, bracketed serifs rather than flat slabs. Vertical stems are robust and slightly tapered, while joins and terminals show sharp, chiseled angles that create a carved, poster-like presence. Curves are generous and round (notably in C/O/Q), contrasted by crisp internal cut-ins and pointed tips on letters like A, V, W, and Y. The lowercase has a traditional structure with compact counters and a steady rhythm, and the numerals follow the same emphatic contrast and wedge-terminal logic for strong, consistent color in text.
Well-suited to headlines, magazine and book display typography, and brand marks that need a classic yet forceful voice. It can work effectively for packaging and poster work where the chiseled terminals and contrast can be appreciated, and for pull quotes or section openers where strong typographic color is beneficial.
The overall tone is assertive and classic, combining a traditional serif foundation with theatrical, high-drama detailing at the ends of strokes. It feels editorial and premium, suggesting heritage and authority while still reading as stylized and attention-grabbing.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a classic serif through flared, wedge-like terminals and strong contrast, creating a distinctive display texture while retaining conventional letterforms for readability. Its emphasis on sculpted endings and sharp internal shaping suggests a goal of delivering impact, authority, and a refined, editorial feel.
Large sizes emphasize the distinctive terminal shaping and angular notches, which can create a lively texture and strong word silhouettes. The design’s contrast and tight interior spaces give it a punchy black-and-white pattern, especially in bold headlines and short blocks of text.