Serif Flared Ukjo 10 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acumin' by Adobe, 'Swiss 721' by Bitstream, 'Newhouse DT' by DTP Types, 'Helen Bg' by HS Fonts, 'Latino Gothic' by Latinotype, and 'Ordina' by Schriftlabor (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, book covers, branding, classic, assertive, formal, dramatic, impact, authority, space saving, editorial voice, forward motion, bracketed, flared, compact, crisp, high-shouldered.
A compact serif with a pronounced rightward slant and sturdy, slightly flared stroke endings. Serifs are sharp and wedge-like with modest bracketing, giving joins and terminals a carved, editorial feel. Curves are tight and controlled, counters are relatively small, and overall proportions are condensed with a tall presence. The lowercase shows a traditional, text-oriented construction with a two-storey a, a compact e, and a g with a strong ear; numerals are solid and weighty with angular turns and firm terminals.
Best suited to headlines, decks, and pull quotes where a compact, italic serif can deliver impact without taking much horizontal space. It also fits editorial and publishing contexts—magazine titles, book covers, and section openers—where a traditional tone with extra urgency is useful. For branding, it works well in wordmarks that want a classic voice with a sharper edge.
The font projects a traditional, press-like authority with a brisk, energetic cadence from the slanted rhythm. Its dark color and pointed terminals add drama and decisiveness, while the conventional letterforms keep it grounded and familiar. Overall it feels serious and persuasive, suited to messaging that wants to sound established rather than casual.
The design appears intended to blend classical serif conventions with a more forceful, space-saving silhouette and a continuous italic motion. Flared endings and pointed terminals emphasize a chiselled, print-forward personality, aiming for strong presence in editorial and display settings.
The slant is consistent across cases and figures, creating a unified forward motion in lines of text. The heavier stroke weight and narrow set produce a dense texture, and the sharp terminals remain clear at display sizes where their angular character is most noticeable.