Serif Flared Peri 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate New' by Caron twice, 'Siro' by Dharma Type, 'Calton' by LetterMaker, 'MVB Solitaire Pro' by MVB, 'Harmonique' by Monotype, 'Multi' by Type-Ø-Tones, and 'Cormac' by Typedepot (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logotypes, retro, western, playful, hearty, confident, attention, nostalgia, branding, warmth, flared, bracketed, soft corners, bulb terminals, ink-trap feel.
A heavy, display-oriented serif with flared, wedge-like terminals and prominent bracketed serifs that read almost chamfered at the corners. Strokes are broadly rounded and muscular, with gentle contrast and a slightly “puffy” silhouette that keeps counters open despite the weight. Curves (O, C, G, S) are smooth and full, while joins and terminals often sharpen into small notches or angled cuts that add texture. Lowercase forms show a large, sturdy x-height with compact ascenders/descenders and chunky details (single-story a and g, a compact ear on g, and a short-armed t), giving the face a dense, poster-friendly rhythm. Numerals follow the same robust construction, with strong verticals and emphatic terminals that maintain even color in rows of text.
Best suited to headline and display work where its weight and flared detailing can be appreciated—posters, storefront or event signage, bold packaging labels, and brand marks that want a vintage-leaning voice. It can also work for short pull quotes or section headers, especially when paired with a quieter text face for contrast.
The overall tone is bold and extroverted, blending a vintage sign-painting sensibility with a friendly, slightly comedic warmth. Its flared endings and chunky proportions evoke Americana and classic display typography, while the rounded interior shapes keep it approachable rather than severe. The texture feels energetic and attention-grabbing, suited to designs that want character and impact without looking rigid.
This design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a distinctive, flared-serif personality—capturing the flavor of traditional display printing and signage while keeping shapes rounded and readable. The consistent heaviness and expressive terminals suggest a focus on memorable headlines and brand-forward typography rather than extended body text.
The letterforms lean on strong horizontals and wide bowls, producing a solid typographic “block” that holds together well at large sizes. Several glyphs show distinctive angular nibs and small cut-ins at joins (notably in B, K, S, and some lowercase), which can create lively sparkle in headlines. In longer settings, the density suggests it will benefit from generous line spacing and careful tracking to avoid a crowded feel.