Serif Flared Idby 9 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, branding, packaging, classic, refined, literary, warm, text elegance, editorial voice, expressive emphasis, classic-modern blend, flared, calligraphic, open counters, soft terminals, bracketed serifs.
This typeface is a slanted serif with gently flared stroke endings and subtle, bracketed serifs that soften the joins. Strokes remain largely even, with only mild modulation, giving the letters a steady, confident rhythm. Proportions are generously set with open counters and rounded bowls, while curves and diagonals maintain a smooth, slightly calligraphic flow. The overall texture reads clean and even in paragraph-style settings, with clear differentiation in capitals, lowercase, and numerals.
It performs well for editorial typography such as magazines, book interiors, and long-form reading where a refined but approachable serif is desired. The slanted construction also makes it effective for pull quotes, introductions, and brand voice applications that need elegance with motion. It can support packaging and identity work where a classic serif feel is preferred, especially at medium to large sizes.
The tone is polished and literary, combining a traditional serif voice with a more fluid, contemporary slant. It feels refined without being brittle, projecting warmth and readability rather than sharp formality. The italic angle adds momentum, making it well suited to expressive emphasis and elegant display lines.
The design appears intended to blend classic serif conventions with a softer, more contemporary flare and a continuous italic rhythm. The goal seems to be an elegant reading and display companion that stays readable while adding warmth and expressive momentum.
Capitals show a calm, stately presence with rounded forms (notably in C, G, O, Q) and stable verticals that taper subtly into terminals. Lowercase maintains a consistent slant and uses smooth joins; the overall impression is of controlled movement rather than dramatic contrast. Numerals appear clear and text-friendly, with round forms and restrained detailing that matches the letterforms.