Serif Flared Angan 5 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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This serif shows pronounced stroke modulation with thin hairlines and firmer verticals, producing a crisp, high-contrast texture. Serifs and terminals are subtly flared and tapering rather than blocky, with several letters showing calligraphic, wedge-like endings and fine entry strokes. Proportions feel balanced and moderately open, with rounded forms kept smooth and controlled, and diagonals (as in V, W, Y, and k) drawn with a clean, sharp rhythm. The lowercase has a traditional structure with a two-storey a, compact bowls, and slightly varied character widths that create a lively, bookish color in text.
It suits editorial typography where a refined, high-contrast serif is desired—magazine headlines, feature openers, pull quotes, and book or journal typography at comfortable reading sizes. It can also support premium branding and packaging where a classical, literary tone is appropriate.
The overall tone is polished and cultivated, combining a classical, book-oriented sensibility with a slightly dramatic sharpness from the thin hairlines and flared terminals. It reads as confident and formal without feeling heavy, lending an upscale, editorial voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on a classic serif: sharp, high-contrast forms paired with flared, calligraphic terminals to add sophistication and sparkle. The aim seems to be strong presence in display while retaining enough regularity for extended reading settings.
In the sample text, the font maintains clarity at larger sizes, with strong word shapes and distinct capitals. The numerals and punctuation match the same refined contrast and tapered finishing, supporting a coherent, typographic look for mixed text and display settings.