Serif Flared Anmun 7 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book titles, branding, elegant, dramatic, literary, refined, refinement, editorial voice, classic revival, display presence, flared, calligraphic, crisp, sculpted, sharp.
This serif design combines high stroke contrast with subtly flared terminals that broaden as strokes meet the baseline and cap line. Serifs read as tapered, wedge-like strokes rather than flat slabs, giving many letters a chiseled, calligraphic finish. Curves are smooth and generous (notably in O/C/G), while joins and corners stay crisp, producing a clean rhythm in both capitals and lowercase. The lowercase shows a traditional, bookish skeleton with a modest x-height, pronounced ascenders/descenders, and neatly modeled bowls and apertures; numerals follow the same sharp, tapered finishing and lively contrast.
Well suited to magazine headlines, book and article titles, pull quotes, and elevated branding where a refined serif voice is desired. It can also serve for short passages of text in print or high-resolution digital contexts where the crisp contrast and tapered details can be preserved.
The overall tone is polished and editorial, with a poised, slightly theatrical edge created by the strong contrast and sculpted terminals. It feels classic and literary rather than minimalist, projecting confidence and formality without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended to merge classical serif proportions with a sharper, more sculptural terminal treatment, delivering a contemporary editorial feel. Its flared endings and pronounced contrast aim to provide elegance and presence while keeping letterforms grounded in familiar, readable structures.
In text settings the contrast and sharp tapering create a bright, elegant texture with distinct letterforms and clear word shapes. The flaring at stroke endings adds a subtle display character that becomes more noticeable at larger sizes, while still maintaining a disciplined, traditional serif cadence.