Serif Flared Nenud 2 is a bold, narrow, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, mastheads, posters, packaging, branding, editorial, dramatic, fashion, classic, refined, display impact, editorial voice, luxury feel, classic revival, brand presence, flared, incised, calligraphic, sculpted, sharp.
This serif presents a sculpted, high-contrast build with tapered hairlines and weighty main strokes that often broaden into subtly flared terminals. Serifs read as sharp and wedge-like rather than blocky, giving many strokes an incised, carved quality. Counters are compact and the overall rhythm is tight, with narrow proportions and assertive verticals; curves (notably in C, G, O, S) show strong thick–thin modulation. Lowercase forms keep a relatively traditional structure, with crisp joins and pointed finishing strokes that reinforce the font’s chiseled silhouette.
Best suited to headlines, magazine titles, book jackets, posters, and brand marks where high contrast and sharp serif detailing can be appreciated at larger sizes. It can also work for short subheads or pull quotes, particularly in editorial or luxury contexts, but will be most effective when given breathing room and strong typographic hierarchy.
The tone is confident and theatrical—refined in the manner of fashion mastheads and high-end editorial typography, yet edgy due to the knife-like serifs and dramatic contrast. It carries a classic, print-minded seriousness while still feeling stylized and attention-seeking.
The design appears intended as a statement serif that combines classic letterform foundations with flared, carved-like terminals to heighten contrast and presence. Its narrow, high-impact shapes suggest a focus on display typography where elegance and drama are primary goals.
The design’s flaring at stroke endings is especially noticeable in letters like E, F, T, and V/W, where terminals feel expanded and blade-shaped rather than softly bracketed. Numerals match the display-forward attitude, with bold silhouettes and pronounced contrast that keeps them visually consistent alongside uppercase text.