Serif Flared Jabas 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, display type, magazines, branding, posters, luxury, editorial, fashion, dramatic, classic, editorial impact, luxury branding, elegant emphasis, dramatic display, high contrast, calligraphic, sharp, crisp, sculpted.
A high-contrast italic serif with a calligraphic stress and crisp, tapering terminals. Strokes move from hairline-thin joins to bold curved bowls, with flared shaping at many endings that reads more like a sharp brush lift than a blunt serif. Capitals are narrow and elegant with wedge-like entry/exit points, while the lowercase shows lively, slightly variable widths and tightly controlled curves that keep the rhythm smooth. Numerals follow the same contrast model, with slender diagonals and pointed terminals that maintain a refined, print-oriented texture.
Best suited to headlines, pull quotes, mastheads, and other display settings where its contrast and italic movement can read clearly. It works especially well for fashion or lifestyle magazines, luxury packaging, and brand identities that need an elevated, classic voice with modern sharpness.
The overall tone is polished and theatrical, with a distinctly editorial elegance. Its sharp hairlines and sweeping italic motion suggest luxury branding and high-end publishing, projecting confidence and drama without feeling ornate or decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a refined, high-fashion italic serif with strong contrast and a crisp editorial presence. By combining sharp hairlines, flared stroke endings, and controlled proportions, it aims to create striking impact in display typography while maintaining a traditional serif foundation.
Hairline elements are extremely thin compared to the main strokes, creating a sparkling texture at larger sizes and a strong sense of forward motion. The italic angle is consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, and the pointed terminals and flared endings give the design a sculpted, tailored finish.