Serif Flared Isga 7 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Kim' by Fontsmith (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, pull quotes, refined, dramatic, classic, expressive italic, editorial voice, elegant display, classical flair, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, tapered, sharp terminals, open counters.
A high-contrast serif italic with a pronounced rightward slant and a calligraphic, pen-driven rhythm. Strokes transition from thick to hairline with crisp joins, and many terminals taper into sharp, slightly flared endings rather than blunt cuts. Serifs are bracketed and elegant, contributing to a lively baseline movement and a compact, energetic texture in text. Uppercase forms feel stately and classical, while lowercase shapes are fluid with pronounced entry/exit strokes and narrow apertures that emphasize the italic flow. Numerals follow the same italic, high-contrast logic, with sculpted curves and tapered terminals that read as display-oriented.
Best suited to headlines, subheads, and short-to-medium editorial passages where an elegant italic voice is desired. It performs well for magazine typography, book and album covers, fashion or cultural branding, and pull quotes where a refined but expressive serif can carry the tone. For long body copy at small sizes, the thin hairlines may call for careful sizing and spacing choices to preserve clarity.
The overall tone is literary and polished, with a dramatic, fashion-forward edge created by the steep italic angle and bright hairlines. It conveys sophistication and tradition at once, making text feel intentionally styled rather than neutral. The sharp, flaring terminals add a touch of flair that reads as confident and expressive.
The design appears intended as a stylish italic serif that blends classical proportions with a more expressive, flared terminal treatment. Its high contrast and energetic slant prioritize elegance and impact, aiming to add motion and sophistication to editorial and display typography.
In the sample text, the strong contrast and narrow hairlines create an animated sparkle, especially in larger sizes. The italic construction feels consistently integrated across caps, lowercase, and figures, producing a cohesive, flowing word shape. The texture is bold and attention-grabbing, suggesting use where typographic character is meant to be noticed.