Serif Flared Upbim 2 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, longform, branding, classic, literary, formal, traditional, readability, tradition, editorial voice, print tone, refined utility, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, oldstyle, diagonal stress, open counters.
A serif text face with softly flared strokes and bracketed serifs that broaden into the terminals rather than ending in flat slabs. The curves show a subtle diagonal stress, with moderate thick–thin modulation and rounded, open counters that keep the texture readable. Proportions are traditional and steady, with slightly tapered verticals, gently cupped horizontals, and a consistent rhythm across capitals and lowercase. The numerals and punctuation follow the same serifed, calligraphic logic, producing an even, bookish color in paragraph settings.
Well-suited to book interiors, essays, and magazine typography where a traditional serif voice and comfortable paragraph color are priorities. It can also support branding and institutional materials that benefit from a credible, established tone, especially in titles and pull quotes.
The overall tone is classic and literary, evoking printed editorial work and traditional publishing. Its softened flares and restrained contrast lend a composed, dignified feel without becoming rigid or overly ornamental.
The design appears intended as a versatile reading serif that references calligraphic construction through flared terminals and moderate modulation, aiming for a polished, traditional presence in continuous text and editorial layouts.
The capitals are stately and restrained, while the lowercase carries the personality through flared terminals and open shapes; the result is a warm, authoritative text texture. Round letters remain generously open, and the design avoids extreme sharpness, favoring smooth joins and controlled curves.