Serif Flared Vido 2 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, logotypes, packaging, gothic, storybook, medieval, theatrical, rustic, period flavor, dramatic display, hand-cut feel, decorative impact, spiky serifs, flared terminals, calligraphic, condensed, wedge serifs.
A condensed display serif with sharply flared strokes and wedge-like terminals that create a carved, angular silhouette. Stems often widen into pointed ends, producing spiky serifs and occasional horned corners, while the overall contrast remains fairly even. The letterforms feel slightly calligraphic in their tapering joins and irregular, hand-cut rhythm, with compact counters and a notably small lowercase relative to the capitals. Numerals follow the same narrow, tapered logic, keeping a tight footprint and crisp edges that read best at larger sizes.
Best suited for headlines and short, impactful lines in posters, book or album covers, and identity work where a distinctive, old-world voice is desired. It also fits packaging and labels that benefit from a crafted, historical or fantasy-leaning aesthetic, especially when set with generous size and breathing room.
The tone leans gothic and storybook, evoking medieval signage, fantasy titles, and theatrical posters. Its sharp flares and condensed stance give it a dramatic, slightly ominous energy, while the lively, hand-wrought irregularity keeps it approachable rather than strictly formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, characterful serif with flared, chiseled terminals—prioritizing mood, period flavor, and instant recognizability over neutral text economy. Its condensed proportions and spiky detailing suggest a focus on display settings where texture and drama are an asset.
Capitals dominate with tall, emphatic forms, while the lowercase has a more compact, spry texture that can make mixed-case setting feel top-heavy in some contexts. Spacing appears tight and the spurred terminals can visually interlock, which adds texture but can reduce clarity in dense paragraphs.