Serif Flared Tola 5 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans', 'Dexa Pro', and 'Dexa Round' by Artegra; 'Copperplate New' by Caron twice; 'Dallas Print Shop' by Fenotype; and 'Cedora' by Lafontype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, branding, packaging, confident, classic, robust, editorial, formal, impact, authority, heritage, display, flared, bracketed, sculpted, compact serifs, ball terminals.
A sturdy serif with pronounced, flared stroke endings and compact, wedge-like serifs that feel carved rather than mechanically squared. The design shows low stroke contrast and substantial, even weight, with broad proportions and a steady, upright stance. Curves are full and slightly squared-off in places, while terminals and joins add subtle shaping that keeps the heavy forms crisp. The lowercase includes a single‑storey a and g and a relatively straightforward, readable structure, while numerals appear similarly weighty and grounded.
This font is well suited to headlines, posters, and other display typography where strong presence and clear serifs are desirable. It can also work for book covers, identity systems, and packaging that benefit from a classic, authoritative voice and a slightly vintage, sculpted texture.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, with a poster-like solidity that reads as authoritative rather than delicate. Its flared details add a slightly sculptural, old-style warmth, giving it a classic editorial feel with a touch of vintage gravitas.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact serif typography with a carved, flared finish—combining traditional letterform cues with a bold, contemporary density for attention-grabbing display use.
At display sizes the flared endings and tight, compact serifs become a defining texture, helping lines of text feel cohesive and dense. The heavy weight and broad letterforms create strong word shapes, while counters remain open enough to keep the text from feeling overly cramped.