Serif Flared Epna 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, classic, authoritative, formal, literary, editorial voice, classic authority, display impact, premium tone, bracketed, flared, high-shouldered, sculpted, ink-trapless.
A compact serif with sturdy vertical stress and clearly bracketed, subtly flared terminals. Strokes feel sculpted rather than mechanical, with moderate thick–thin modulation and a steady, slightly condensed rhythm. Capitals are tall and firm with crisp triangular and wedge-like finishing, while the lowercase shows traditional proportions, open apertures, and a two-storey a with a small ear. Numerals are robust and old-style in feel, with distinctive curves and solid weight that holds up at display sizes.
It performs best in headlines, magazine typography, and book-cover titling where its strong color and sculpted serifs can read as intentional and refined. It can also support branding for institutions, cultural venues, or premium products when used with generous spacing and clear hierarchy.
The tone is confident and editorial, combining a traditional bookish character with a slightly dramatic, engraved flavor. Its dense color and sharp finishing give it an authoritative presence suited to serious, established voices rather than casual or playful ones.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif voice with added presence through compact proportions, sturdy stems, and subtly flared finishing. It aims for a classic editorial look that remains energetic in display settings while preserving familiar serif conventions for readability.
The set shows deliberate shaping in bowls and shoulders (notably in B, R, S, and g), producing a lively internal rhythm despite the compact width. The flaring at stroke ends and the pronounced bracketing help keep counters readable while maintaining a strong, dark page color.