Serif Flared Fasi 6 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cornet' by Berthold and 'Maxime' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, packaging, posters, traditional, confident, warm, bookish, classic authority, strong texture, warm readability, display impact, bracketed, flared, robust, round, high-ink.
A robust serif with wedge-like, flared terminals and strongly bracketed serifs that blend smoothly into the stems. The overall color is dark and steady, with moderate stroke modulation and rounded joins that keep counters open despite the heavy weight. Capitals are broad and stable, while lowercase forms are compact and muscular with clear, readable bowls and a slightly lively rhythm. Numerals follow the same sturdy construction, with softened corners and flared stroke endings that maintain a cohesive texture in text.
It works especially well for headlines and short-to-medium editorial text where a strong typographic color is desirable. The sturdy serifs and open counters suit book and magazine settings, and the assertive weight makes it effective for posters, packaging, and other display applications that need a traditional but energetic voice.
The font conveys a classic, authoritative tone with an approachable warmth. Its heavy, ink-rich presence feels dependable and traditional, suggesting print heritage and a confident editorial voice rather than a sharp, modern austerity.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif presence with added warmth and emphasis through flared terminals and generous bracketing, creating a dense, confident texture that remains legible at display and text-adjacent sizes.
Stroke endings often resolve into tapered wedges rather than flat cuts, giving a subtle calligraphic imprint without appearing cursive. The serif treatment is consistent across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, producing a uniform, emphatic texture in paragraphs and headings.