Serif Flared Meky 3 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, magazine titles, branding, packaging, authoritative, dramatic, classic, editorial, formal, display impact, editorial flavor, brand distinctiveness, classic revival, bracketed, ball terminals, teardrop terminals, wedge serifs, calligraphic.
A very heavy serif design with sharply modeled, high-contrast strokes and distinctly tapered, flared terminals that read as wedge-like serifs rather than slabs. Curves are full and rounded, while joins and terminals often end in teardrop/ball shapes, giving counters a sculpted, ink-trap-like feel without looking mechanical. Proportions are moderately wide with noticeable per-glyph variety, and the rhythm is punchy: thick verticals, finer connecting strokes, and crisp triangular spurs create strong internal whitespace and clear silhouettes at display sizes.
Best suited to headlines and short-form text where the strong contrast and sculpted terminals can be appreciated—magazine mastheads, posters, book covers, packaging, and distinctive brand marks. It can work for brief pull quotes or section headers, but its weight and animated details suggest using it as a display face rather than for long running copy.
The overall tone is commanding and theatrical, combining a traditional bookish backbone with a slightly quirky, expressive finish. The flared endings and ball terminals add warmth and personality, while the weight and contrast keep it assertive and formal.
The design appears intended to deliver high-impact serif typography with a classic editorial foundation, enhanced by flared stroke endings and rounded terminal details for extra character. It aims to feel traditional yet attention-grabbing, prioritizing bold presence and memorable letterforms in larger sizes.
Round letters (O, C, G) show pronounced contrast and smooth, polished curves, while letters like Q and R emphasize dramatic tails and spurs. Numerals are bold and sturdy with clear differentiation, designed to hold their shape in large setting and headline contexts.