Serif Flared Yiso 7 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, reverse italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, book covers, branding, refined, dramatic, literary, classic, expressive serif, editorial voice, classic with twist, display impact, flared, calligraphic, angular, crisp, brisk.
A high-contrast serif with a pronounced reverse-italic slant and visibly calligraphic construction. Strokes sharpen into wedge-like, flared terminals rather than flat slabs, creating crisp entry/exit points and an energetic texture. Capitals feel narrow and elegant with sharp apexes and pointed serifs, while the lowercase shows compact, slightly varied widths and lively joins; bowls are smooth and taut, and counters stay open despite the contrast. Numerals follow the same sharp, tapered logic, with strong diagonals and distinct stroke modulation.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, and magazine-style typography where its reverse-italic movement and sharp contrast can shape a distinctive voice. It also fits book covers and branding systems that want a classic serif feel with a more animated, attention-grabbing texture.
The overall tone is cultured and assertive—more editorial and expressive than neutral. Its reverse-italic lean and sharp flaring give it a slightly contrarian, dramatic voice that reads as sophisticated and intentional, with a hint of vintage print character.
The design appears intended to merge traditional serif proportions with a calligraphic, reverse-italic gesture, using flared terminals and strong contrast to deliver a refined but highly expressive reading rhythm for editorial display settings.
In text, the slant and strong thick–thin rhythm produce a pronounced diagonal flow and a sparkling headline texture. The flared terminals help maintain clarity at display sizes, but the energetic stroke modulation and angled posture make it feel best when allowed room to breathe rather than set too tightly.