Serif Flared Odme 9 is a very bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Contane' and 'Contane Text' by Hoftype and 'Amarga' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine titles, brand marks, packaging, editorial, dramatic, retro, stylish, display, attention grabbing, elegant drama, vintage flair, brand distinctiveness, display readability, flared, wedge serif, swashy, tapered, notched.
A heavy display serif with pronounced flared stroke endings and wedge-like terminals that create sharp, triangular cut-ins at joins and serifs. The design leans on extreme thick–thin transitions: broad vertical masses contrast with hairline diagonals and internal cuts, producing a crisp, carved silhouette. Round letters show strong vertical stress with deep counters, while diagonals and cross strokes often taper to knife-like points. Overall spacing feels compact and assertive, with a lively, slightly irregular rhythm driven by the angled terminals and notched details.
Best suited to large sizes where the sharp flares, notches, and hairline cuts remain clear—magazine covers, poster headlines, branding, and packaging that needs a distinctive serif signature. It can also work for short pull quotes or section openers, but the dense black shapes and intricate terminals make it less ideal for long continuous text at small sizes.
The tone is bold and theatrical, mixing classic serif authority with a decorative, cut-paper sharpness. It reads as fashion-forward and editorial, with a vintage poster energy that feels both elegant and slightly mischievous. The high-drama contrast and distinctive terminals give it a premium, attention-grabbing voice.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a traditional serif through exaggerated flaring and sculpted, high-contrast detailing, prioritizing silhouette and impact. Its forms aim to deliver a memorable, logo-like presence while maintaining a recognizable serif structure.
The uppercase forms are especially sculptural, with conspicuous triangular incisions visible in letters like A, K, M, N, W, and X. Numerals echo the same carved contrast, with strong verticals and pointed internal joins, helping the set feel consistent in headlines and figures.