Serif Flared Yafi 2 is a light, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, magazines, editorial design, branding, packaging, elegant, editorial, classic, refined, literary, readability, refinement, heritage tone, modern classic, soft authority, flared terminals, oldstyle influence, calligraphic, open counters, bracketed feel.
This typeface shows a serifed, flared construction with gently swelling stroke endings rather than hard, rectangular slabs. Strokes are smooth and even in color, with subtle modulation and rounded joins that keep the texture calm and continuous in text. The letterforms are generously proportioned with open counters and a steady, readable rhythm; curves are broad and controlled, and spacing feels airy without becoming loose. Numerals and capitals maintain the same restrained, slightly calligraphic finish, with soft terminal shaping that reads clearly at display sizes.
It would perform well in editorial settings such as books, long-form articles, and magazine typography where a smooth reading rhythm is important. The flared terminals and generous proportions also make it effective for refined branding, cultural materials, and packaging that needs a classic, premium tone without heavy contrast.
The overall tone is polished and bookish, combining a classical impression with a contemporary cleanness. It feels suited to thoughtful, composed messaging—more refined than casual, and more welcoming than austere—suggesting an editorial or literary voice.
The design appears intended to modernize traditional serif reading forms by replacing sharp, rigid finishing with softly flared terminals, preserving clarity while adding a distinctive, crafted edge. It aims for versatile, text-friendly elegance that can also scale to display applications.
Distinctive flaring at terminals gives the face a subtle sculpted look, especially noticeable on curved forms and diagonals. The italics are not shown; the sample indicates consistent upright behavior with punctuation and numerals that match the text’s gentle, formal character.