Serif Flared Opso 2 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Kim' by Fontsmith and 'Bogue' by Melvastype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, editorial, bold, vintage, poster, assertive, playful, display impact, retro flavor, dramatic terminals, distinctive texture, flared, ink-trap like, wedge serif, soft corners, compact counters.
A heavy display serif with wedge-like, flaring terminals and sharply notched joins that create an ink-trap-like bite at corners. Strokes show pronounced thick–thin contrast, with broad verticals and tapered arms that end in pointed, triangular serifs rather than flat slabs. The letterforms are wide-set and sturdy, with rounded bowls that feel slightly squared by tight apertures and compact internal counters. Lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, a sturdy, blocky rhythm, and energetic diagonals in letters like k, v, w, and x; numerals are similarly robust and high-impact with simplified, poster-ready shapes.
Well suited for posters, headlines, and short-form editorial display where strong typographic presence is needed. It can also work for branding, labels, and packaging that want a vintage-meets-theatrical flavor, especially in large sizes or with generous tracking.
The tone is strong and attention-grabbing, combining a classic, old-style headline feel with a slightly quirky, carved quality. The sharp notches and flared ends add drama and a touch of theatricality, making the overall impression confident, bold, and a bit retro.
Likely designed as a high-impact display serif that merges traditional serif structure with flared, carved-looking terminals for extra character. The notched joins and tapered endings appear intended to keep shapes crisp at heavy weights while adding a distinctive signature in headlines.
The heavy weight and tight counters suggest best results at larger sizes, where the notches, flares, and interior shapes remain clearly separated. The texture in text settings is dense and dark, producing a punchy typographic color that reads as intentionally display-oriented rather than bookish.