Serif Flared Tote 2 is a bold, very wide, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Red Oak' by Resistenza (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, authoritative, classic, stately, scholarly, impact, tradition, display strength, readable heft, bracketed, sculpted, beaked, soft terminals, generous counters.
A heavy, wide serif with sculpted, flaring stroke endings and bracketed serifs that read as softly beaked rather than blunt. The proportions are expansive with broad capitals and roomy, rounded bowls, while the lowercase shows a tall x-height and open counters for strong presence. Strokes feel chiseled and slightly calligraphic in the way stems swell into terminals, producing clear vertical emphasis and a steady baseline rhythm. Round letters (O, C, G) are full and smooth; diagonals (V, W, X) are wide and stable; numerals are bold and high-impact with rounded forms (notably 6/8/9).
Best suited to headlines, deck lines, and short blocks of prominent text where its width and heavy color can be a feature. It can work well for editorial branding, book or magazine covers, posters, and identity applications that benefit from a classic, authoritative serif with strong presence.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, with a stately, bookish character. Its wide stance and flared detailing give it a dignified, somewhat historic flavor without looking delicate, projecting authority and seriousness in display settings.
The design appears intended to combine traditional serif credibility with a bold, contemporary footprint. By using flared terminals and wide proportions, it aims to deliver a carved, display-forward texture that remains readable while feeling distinctive and formal.
The design maintains consistent weight and flare behavior across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, creating a cohesive, carved look. Spacing in the sample appears generous, helping the dense stroke weight stay legible at larger sizes while reinforcing the font’s broad, declarative voice.