Serif Flared Abnuw 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, branding, posters, classical, literary, formal, elegant, classic authority, editorial clarity, elegant display, premium branding, bracketed serifs, flared terminals, calligraphic, transitional, sharp apexes.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and subtly flared stroke endings that give verticals a gently swelling finish. The letterforms show a calligraphic logic: thin hairlines, stronger main stems, and smooth, tensioned curves with slightly teardrop-like terminals in places. Capitals are stately and proportioned for display, with sharp apexes (A, V, W) and clean, sculpted bowls (B, D, O). Lowercase features compact, sturdy shapes with defined joins and a moderate x-height, while figures mix strong verticals with fine hairline details, maintaining the same contrast and flare throughout.
Well suited for magazine and newspaper headlines, book covers, chapter openers, and other editorial display applications where contrast and refinement are assets. It can also support premium branding and packaging when a classic, authoritative serif voice is desired, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone feels classical and editorial—refined, serious, and slightly dramatic due to the contrast and crisp detailing. It carries a traditional bookish authority with an elevated, polished character suited to cultured and formal messaging.
The design appears aimed at delivering a traditional serif voice with added energy from high contrast and flared stroke endings, balancing elegance with legibility. Its sculpted terminals and bracketed serifs suggest an intention to evoke classical typography while maintaining a crisp, contemporary finish in display and editorial use.
Spacing and rhythm read as fairly even in text, with clear differentiation between similar shapes and a confident, print-like texture. The mix of sharp serifs and soft flare adds warmth without losing precision, helping it hold presence at larger sizes while still reading cleanly in setting.