Serif Flared Nokuh 16 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, branding, classical, refined, dramatic, literary, expressive serif, editorial voice, classic refinement, display emphasis, bracketed, calligraphic, sculpted, crisp, sharp.
A high-contrast serif with sculpted, flaring terminals and pronounced bracketed serifs that give strokes a chiseled, engraved feel. The verticals read firm and upright while the curves show elegant tension, with crisp joins and tapered hairlines throughout. Capitals are stately and slightly wide-feeling in rhythm, while the lowercase maintains a balanced x-height and lively details (notably the ear and terminals) that keep text color animated. Numerals and punctuation match the same sharp, flared finishing and strong thick–thin modulation for a cohesive set.
This font is well suited to headlines, decks, pull quotes, and editorial typography where contrast and crafted detailing can be appreciated. It can also work for book covers and brand wordmarks that want a traditional-but-expressive serif voice, especially at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is polished and editorial, combining classical bookish formality with a touch of theatrical contrast. It feels suited to premium, curated contexts—confident and authoritative without becoming austere.
The design appears intended to blend classical serif structure with flared, calligraphic finishing to create a distinctive display-forward texture. It aims for clarity and authority while adding character through sculpted terminals and crisp, high-contrast drawing.
In text, the strong contrast and pointed finishing create a distinctly sparkly texture, with emphatic word shapes and clear differentiation between round and straight forms. The flared endings add personality compared to a purely transitional or modern serif, helping headings feel more crafted and expressive.