Serif Flared Andoh 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: magazines, book titles, headlines, branding, invitations, refined, editorial, classic, formal, literary, elegance, editorial tone, classic revival, premium feel, display clarity, bracketed, sharp, crisp, sculpted, calligraphic.
This typeface presents a high-contrast serif structure with sculpted, flared terminals and fine hairlines paired to thicker main strokes. Serifs read as tapered and slightly bracketed, with pointed, chiseled ends that give letters a crisp silhouette. Proportions feel classically bookish, with moderate width and a steady, upright rhythm; curves are smooth and controlled, and joins are clean, producing an even, composed texture in text. The lowercase shows traditional forms (notably a two-storey a and g) and relatively small, neat apertures, while figures follow the same contrast-driven, elegant construction.
It suits magazine typography, book covers, and section heads where a refined, classical impression is desired. It can also perform well in premium branding and packaging, as well as formal materials such as invitations or certificates where sharp serifs and elegant contrast reinforce a high-end tone.
The overall tone is polished and traditional, projecting an upscale, editorial voice. Its sharp detailing and pronounced contrast add a sense of ceremony and authority, while the flared finishing keeps it expressive rather than purely mechanical.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern take on classical serif principles, emphasizing high contrast and flared finishing to create a distinctly elegant, editorial presence. Its construction balances crisp display-like detailing with enough regularity to remain serviceable for extended reading at appropriate sizes.
In larger sizes the sharp serifs and hairline details become a key personality feature, creating a sparkling, engraved-like edge along word shapes. In continuous text, the strong thick–thin modulation produces a distinctly formal color that benefits from comfortable spacing and adequate size.