Serif Flared Hagip 6 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'AC Texto' and 'AC Texto Pro' by Antoine Crama, 'Formata' and 'Formata W1G' by Berthold, 'Epoca Classic' by Hoftype, 'ITC Quay Sans' by ITC, 'Bushwick JNL' by Jeff Levine, 'Reba Samuels' by Samuelstype, 'Point Panther' by Sarid Ezra, and 'Linear' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, sports branding, logotypes, retro, sporty, punchy, confident, playful, impact, motion, display, brand voice, retro flavor, rounded, flared, bracketed, ink-trap feel, compact.
A heavy, right-slanted serif with strongly sculpted strokes and flared terminals that broaden at the ends rather than stopping bluntly. The forms feel compact and energetic, with rounded joins, soft corners, and subtly bracketed serif transitions that create a carved, almost inked look. Counters are relatively small in the bold weight, and several glyphs show wedge-like entry/exit strokes and small notch-like cuts that add texture and rhythm. Numerals and capitals keep a sturdy, forward-leaning stance with consistent stroke modulation and a slightly condensed, poster-ready silhouette.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, packaging fronts, and branding where a bold italic voice is desired. It can also work for sports or retro-themed identities and punchy pull quotes, while dense paragraphs may feel heavy due to the small counters and strong slant.
The overall tone is bold and kinetic, combining a vintage display flavor with a sporty, headline-driven attitude. Its slant and flared endings give it a sense of speed and emphasis, while the rounded shaping keeps it approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver a forceful, attention-grabbing italic serif with flared stroke endings and a lively, vintage-leaning texture. It balances sturdy mass with sculpted terminals to remain expressive and readable in display settings.
Across the set, diagonals and curves are emphasized, and terminals often finish with a soft flare that reads well at larger sizes. The italic construction is assertive enough to act as a primary voice, with distinctive silhouettes that prioritize character over neutrality.