Serif Flared Afbu 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, posters, luxury, fashion, dramatic, classic, display impact, editorial tone, premium branding, modern classic, high contrast, sharp, crisp, calligraphic, sculpted.
A sculpted display serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, wedge-like terminals that flare subtly at the ends of strokes. Serifs are sharp and tapered rather than bracketed, giving the forms a cut-paper precision and a strong vertical rhythm. Capitals feel stately and slightly condensed in impression, while lowercase combines sturdy stems with rounded bowls and teardrop-like details (notably in j, y, and some numerals). The overall texture is bold and patterned, with tight interior counters and emphatic diagonals in letters like N, V, W, and X.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and short editorial passages where its contrast and sharp finishing can be appreciated. It works particularly well for magazine design, fashion and beauty branding, premium packaging, and poster typography that benefits from a dramatic, refined serif voice.
The font conveys an upscale, editorial tone—dramatic and refined, with a hint of fashion-house elegance. Its sharp terminals and high-contrast rhythm create a confident, attention-grabbing voice that feels curated and premium rather than casual or utilitarian.
The design appears intended to blend classic serif proportions with a contemporary, high-fashion edge by using extreme contrast and flared, knife-sharp terminals. Its consistent, sculptural detailing suggests a focus on standout display typography and an elegant, curated reading experience at larger sizes.
In running text at larger sizes, the strong contrast and pointed terminals create a lively sparkle and distinct word shapes. Numerals share the same sculpted contrast and sharp finishing, matching headlines cleanly. The design favors impact and character over quiet neutrality, especially where thin joins and pointed apexes add visual tension.