Serif Flared Vipo 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, headlines, magazine, branding, elegant, classical, refined, formal, space efficiency, text clarity, classic tone, distinctive serifing, editorial utility, flared serifs, tapered strokes, high-waisted capitals, vertical stress, crisp terminals.
This typeface is a narrow serif with pronounced flaring at stroke ends, giving stems a subtly chiseled, wedge-like finish rather than blunt bracketed serifs. The overall construction is upright and disciplined, with tall capitals, relatively compact bowls, and a consistent, vertical rhythm that keeps words tight and column-friendly. Contrast is noticeable but controlled: thick main strokes are paired with slimmer hairlines and sharp joins, producing crisp counters and clear interior shapes. Lowercase forms feel traditional and text-minded, with a two-storey “a,” a compact “e,” and a sturdy “g,” while numerals are tall and clean with firm verticals and restrained curves.
It performs well in editorial contexts where space is at a premium—magazines, newspapers, and book layouts with narrow columns—while still offering enough character for headlines and section titles. The crisp, formal shaping also supports refined branding applications such as logotypes, cultural institutions, and packaging that benefits from a classic serif tone.
The tone is composed and authoritative, leaning toward classic book typography and cultured editorial styling. Its narrow proportions and flared endings add a slightly dramatic, engraved flavor without becoming ornate, yielding a confident, formal voice that reads as traditional and considered.
The design appears aimed at delivering a space-efficient serif with a traditional reading texture, enhanced by flared stroke endings for a distinctive, slightly engraved presence. It balances clarity and elegance, targeting both continuous text and emphatic display use in structured layouts.
In the text sample, the tight width and strong vertical stress create a dense, high-contrast texture that suits setting in narrow measures. The flared stroke endings remain evident at display sizes, adding a distinctive edge and helping strokes terminate with clarity.