Serif Flared Vima 10 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A condensed serif with subtly flared stroke endings and sharp, wedge-like terminals that give the outlines a carved, inked feel. Stems stay relatively even in thickness while widening into small triangular feet and points, creating a lively vertical rhythm. Curves are slightly squarish and taut, and several letters show idiosyncratic geometry (notably in the bowls and diagonals), resulting in an intentionally irregular, hand-tuned texture. The lowercase maintains a moderate x-height with compact counters, and the numerals follow the same narrow, upright, pointed-terminal construction for consistent color across mixed settings.
Best suited for headlines, book and album covers, theatrical or event posters, and packaging where a condensed, characterful serif can carry a strong voice. It can also work for editorial callouts, pull quotes, and short blurbs where texture and personality are desirable over maximum neutrality.
The overall tone reads vintage and slightly theatrical, with a storybook or hand-lettered poster sensibility. Its narrow, spiky serif behavior adds a touch of eccentricity and energy, balancing formality with a playful, offbeat edge.
The design appears aimed at delivering a condensed serif with a distinctive flared-terminal signature—evoking classic print and hand-cut lettering—while remaining structured enough for set text at display and short-reading lengths.
Spacing appears designed to keep tight columns while preserving distinct letterforms; the narrow set and flared terminals create a strong vertical pull and a patterned texture in continuous text. The pointed terminals and compact counters increase character, especially in display sizes, while long passages may feel busy compared to calmer text faces.