Serif Flared Upnov 8 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazines, branding, packaging, classic, literary, warm, refined, traditional, readability, editorial tone, classic elegance, human warmth, timeless branding, bracketed, flared terminals, calligraphic, humanist, slanted.
A slanted serif with gently flared stroke endings and soft, bracketed serifs that give stems a subtly tapered, brush-like finish. Curves are round and open (notably in C, O, and e), while verticals maintain an even, low-contrast rhythm. Proportions feel moderately wide with comfortable spacing; capitals are steady and readable, and the lowercase shows a smooth, slightly calligraphic flow. Numerals are clear and sturdy, with simple, familiar forms that sit evenly on the baseline.
Well suited to editorial settings such as magazines, book interiors, and pull quotes where a refined serif texture is desired. It can also support branding and packaging that benefits from a traditional, slightly calligraphic voice, and works effectively for headings and short-to-medium text passages.
The overall tone is classic and bookish, with a warm, human touch rather than a strict, mechanical feel. Its slant and flared details add a sense of motion and elegance, suggesting traditional editorial typography and cultured branding.
The design appears intended to blend conventional serif legibility with a more human, tapered finish, using flared terminals and a steady slant to create an elegant, approachable texture.
The slant is consistent across uppercase and lowercase, and the design favors clarity over ornament. Flared terminals and softened joins help keep the texture lively at larger sizes while maintaining a calm, even color in text.