Serif Flared Idhe 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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An italic serif with gently flared stroke endings and a calligraphic construction. Strokes show moderate contrast with a soft, angled stress, and terminals often finish in small wedges rather than crisp, hairline serifs. The letterforms are slightly narrow with a lively slant and a varied rhythm, balancing rounded bowls with subtly sharpened joins. Counters remain fairly open, and the overall texture reads smooth and even in text while keeping a distinctly drawn, humanist character.
Well-suited for editorial typography such as magazines, books, and long-form articles where an italic voice is needed with clarity and grace. It can also serve for pull quotes, short headlines, and brand language that aims for a traditional, cultivated feel with a touch of humanist warmth.
The font conveys a literary, editorial tone—cultured and traditional without feeling rigid. Its calligraphic motion and flared finishing strokes add warmth and elegance, making it feel expressive and text-friendly rather than purely formal.
The design appears intended to provide an italic serif with a calligraphic backbone and flared endings, offering a refined alternative to sharper, more mechanical italics. It aims to balance readability with expressive movement, giving text a distinctive, classical color on the page.
Uppercase forms lean toward classical proportions with clean, restrained detailing, while the lowercase shows more handwritten energy through curved entry/exit strokes and tapered terminals. Numerals follow the italic flow and maintain consistent weight and contrast, supporting continuous reading.