Serif Flared Meto 2 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, branding, pull quotes, authoritative, classic, editorial, formal, dramatic, impact, authority, heritage, refinement, bracketed, tapered, sculpted, crisp, stately.
A heavy, high-contrast serif with broad proportions and crisp, bracketed terminals that taper and flare into stroke endings. The letterforms show strong vertical stress, compact counters, and sharp, triangular serifs that give edges a chiseled look. Curves (C, G, O, S) are tightly controlled with pronounced thick–thin modulation, while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) read sturdy and planted. The lowercase keeps a traditional, two-storey structure where applicable, with sturdy bowls and short, decisive terminals; numerals are equally weighty and proportioned for headline presence.
This font is best suited to headlines, covers, and branding where weight and contrast can carry the message. It performs especially well in editorial settings—magazine titles, pull quotes, and section openers—where its sharp serifs and sculpted forms add authority and impact.
The overall tone is commanding and traditional, with a distinctly editorial polish. Its sculpted contrast and sharp serifs create a sense of gravitas and ceremony, leaning toward classic print typography while still feeling punchy and contemporary in display sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif voice with heightened contrast and assertive presence, optimized for display typography. Its flared endings and crisp bracketing suggest a goal of creating a refined, engraved-like texture that stands out in titles and short blocks of text.
Spacing and rhythm favor a bold, poster-like density, with counters that stay open enough for short phrases but become visually dark in long paragraphs. The design’s flare and tapering at terminals emphasize vertical strokes and enhance a carved, formal finish.