Serif Flared Ekkel 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book covers, headlines, invitations, branding, classic, literary, formal, refined, traditional, heritage tone, editorial clarity, elegant display, literary voice, bracketed serifs, crisp terminals, calligraphic, sculpted, open counters.
This serif face shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with tapered, slightly flared stroke endings and bracketed serifs that feel carved rather than mechanical. Uppercase forms are stately and moderately wide, with rounded bowls (C, O, Q) that keep a smooth, even curve while verticals remain firm and dark. The lowercase is compact with a relatively small x-height, lively joins, and a two-storey a and g; ascenders and capitals create a strong vertical rhythm in text. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with elegant curves and sharp, controlled terminals that read clearly at display sizes.
Well suited to editorial headlines, book and magazine typography, and cover work where a classic serif voice is desirable. It also fits formal collateral such as invitations and certificates, and branding systems aiming for tradition and polish. For extended reading, it will typically perform best when given sufficient size and leading to accommodate the compact lowercase proportions.
The overall tone is bookish and authoritative, with an old-style elegance that suggests heritage printing and editorial gravitas. High contrast and tapered finishes add a refined, slightly dramatic voice suited to formal messaging rather than casual or utilitarian interfaces.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif proportions with subtly flared, calligraphic finishing, creating a refined display-to-text hybrid with a literary feel. Its strong contrast and sculpted terminals prioritize elegance and character over neutrality.
In the sample text, the face maintains a consistent texture with clear word shapes, though the small x-height and contrast make it feel more comfortable at moderate-to-large sizes. The ampersand and capitals carry a dignified presence, and the flared endings soften the contrast so the design feels more organic than strictly Didone.