Serif Flared Mynal 9 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine covers, branding, packaging, fashion, editorial, dramatic, luxe, confident, display impact, premium tone, editorial voice, brand character, expressive contrast, ball terminals, flared strokes, sheared serifs, ink-trap feel, high waist.
A high-contrast serif with thick, weighty verticals and hairline joins that create sharp light–dark rhythm. Stems frequently widen into flared endings, and many terminals resolve into teardrop/ball shapes or pointed wedge-like cuts, giving the face a sculpted, calligraphic finish. Serifs are crisp and often slightly sheared, with a lively interplay of sharp corners and rounded counters. Proportions read broad and display-oriented, with relatively compact interior spaces in the boldest areas and distinctive, animated joins in letters like a, g, s, and y.
Best suited to large-scale settings such as headlines, posters, magazine titles, and brand marks where the contrast and flared terminals can be appreciated. It can also work for packaging and pull quotes, especially where a bold, refined voice is needed more than long-form readability.
The overall tone is stylish and theatrical, evoking modern fashion/editorial typography with a slightly mischievous, high-drama edge. Its sweeping curves and sharp contrast feel luxurious and attention-seeking rather than utilitarian, projecting confidence and personality.
The font appears designed as a contemporary display serif that blends classical high-contrast structure with flared, calligraphic stroke endings and decorative terminals, aiming for a premium, editorial presence. Its distinctive silhouettes prioritize memorable word shapes and stylistic character in short texts.
The design leans on expressive terminals and flares to create texture across words, so spacing and silhouette become a key part of its impact. Numerals carry the same carved, high-contrast treatment, with distinctive curves and tapered entries that keep the set cohesive at display sizes.