Serif Flared Afre 3 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, branding, packaging, posters, editorial, luxury, fashion, classic, dramatic, editorial impact, premium branding, classic revival, display elegance, high-contrast, flared terminals, teardrop joints, bracketed serifs, sculptural.
A high-contrast serif with sharply tapered hairlines and weighty, sculpted main strokes. Stems often broaden into subtly flared or bracketed endings, creating a carved, calligraphic feel rather than a purely mechanical Didone. Counters are generous and round, while joins and some terminals show teardrop-like swelling that adds softness to the otherwise crisp silhouette. Uppercase forms feel stately and vertical; lowercase shows lively modulation with compact curves and distinctive, slightly cupped serifs that help maintain rhythm in text.
Well suited to headlines and subheads in editorial layouts, fashion and lifestyle contexts, and premium branding where contrast and detail can be appreciated. It can also work for short blocks of text or pull quotes when set at comfortable sizes with adequate leading, and it pairs naturally with simpler sans serifs for hierarchy.
The overall tone is refined and dramatic, combining elegance with a slightly theatrical, fashion-forward edge. Its contrast and sculpted details read as premium and editorial, with a confident, traditional backbone.
Designed to deliver a contemporary take on a classic high-contrast serif, emphasizing sculpted flares and crisp hairlines for impact. The intent appears to balance traditional typographic authority with expressive detailing that elevates display settings.
In the sample text, the dense black strokes create strong word shapes and striking texture, while the hairlines and fine details can become delicate at smaller sizes. Numerals share the same contrast and tapering, giving figures a formal, display-oriented presence.