Serif Flared Udru 2 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, packaging, stately, vintage, bookish, classic, compact impact, classic voice, crafted character, editorial presence, flared terminals, tapered serifs, bracketed feel, crisp, engraved.
This serif shows compact proportions with a strong vertical emphasis and sturdy, low-contrast strokes. Serifs and terminals flare outward rather than ending in blunt slabs, creating tapered, slightly calligraphic endings that stay crisp and controlled. Curves are smoothly tensioned (not overly round), with tight apertures and a consistent rhythm across the alphabet; counters remain clear despite the dense, dark color. The lowercase keeps a straightforward construction with a moderate x-height, while capitals feel tall and formal, with restrained shaping and confident weight distribution.
It suits headlines and short-to-medium editorial setting where a compact serif with pronounced presence is desirable. The distinctive flared terminals make it particularly effective for book covers, poster titling, cultural programs, and packaging that benefits from a classic yet characterful serif voice.
The overall tone reads traditional and authoritative, with a vintage editorial flavor. Its flared endings add a subtle decorative lift that feels reminiscent of engraved or display-oriented book typography, giving text a dignified, slightly theatrical presence without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a compact, high-impact serif with traditional structure, using flared terminals to add individuality and a crafted, print-era sensibility. It aims for legibility and consistency while projecting a formal, period-leaning personality suited to display and editorial contexts.
In the text sample, the dense color and tight interior spaces create a strong typographic voice, especially at larger sizes. The numerals match the letterforms’ compact, weighty character, and the punctuation and dots appear clean and firm, reinforcing the font’s crisp, print-forward impression.