Serif Flared Rydem 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'FF Bauer Grotesk' and 'FF Bauer Grotesk Paneuropean' by FontFont and 'Lapidaria' by SIAS (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, branding, posters, classic, bookish, stately, traditional, authority, heritage, impact, readability, print feel, bracketed, ball terminals, round counters, tight apertures, compact.
A robust serif with compact proportions, large capitals, and a comparatively low x-height that gives the lowercase a dense, weighty color. Strokes show gentle modulation and noticeable flaring into the serifs, with mostly bracketed joins that soften transitions. Counters are round and slightly tightened, and several letters use ball or teardrop terminals, lending a crafted, old-style feel. The overall rhythm is steady and vertical, with sturdy stems and confident curves that keep forms clear at display and strong text sizes.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, book and magazine typography, and branding that benefits from a traditional, authoritative voice. It can also work for short passages or introductions where a darker, more emphatic text color is desired.
The tone is classic and authoritative, evoking traditional printing and editorial typography. Its heavy, sculpted shapes and flared endings convey seriousness and permanence while the rounded details keep it from feeling austere.
The design appears intended to reinterpret traditional serif forms with flared stroke endings and compact proportions to create a strong, print-forward texture. It aims for clear readability while projecting a classic, editorial presence for titles and prominent copy.
Numerals are heavy and highly legible with pronounced curves and traditional serif detailing, matching the weight and presence of the letters. The combination of compact lowercase and prominent caps makes headings feel emphatic and text appear dark and anchored on the line.