Serif Flared Ekgos 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, book covers, editorial, branding, invitations, classic, literary, formal, refined, elegance, authority, heritage, clarity, contrast, bracketed, calligraphic, sharp, crisp, bookish.
A high-contrast serif with slender hairlines and sturdy, slightly swelling main strokes that open into gently flared, bracketed terminals. The forms are upright and well-balanced, with crisp, triangular entry/exit cuts and subtly calligraphic modulation that gives curves a lively tension. Capitals feel stately and proportioned for display, while the lowercase maintains a steady rhythm with compact bowls, a two-storey “g,” and clear, clean joins. Numerals are lining and similarly contrasty, matching the text color and sharp detailing of the letters.
This style performs especially well for headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where contrast and sharp terminals can read as intentional refinement. It also suits book and magazine typography, premium branding, and formal materials such as invitations or programs, particularly at medium-to-large sizes.
The overall tone is classical and literary, leaning toward formal, editorial polish rather than casual warmth. Its sharp details and bright contrast convey refinement and seriousness, suitable for sophisticated, heritage-leaning typography.
The design appears intended to evoke traditional serif authority with a slightly flared, calligraphic finish, combining classical proportions with crisp, modernized detailing for editorial and branding use.
In the text sample, the strong thick–thin pattern creates an elegant sparkle at larger sizes, while the fine hairlines and pointed terminals become more delicate as size decreases. The letterfit appears moderately open for a serif in this style, helping maintain clarity in mixed-case settings.