Serif Flared Upbiv 17 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Angie' by FontFont, 'Jaqen Semi' by The Northern Block, and 'Angie Sans Std' by Typofonderie (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: book text, editorial, headlines, publishing, branding, classic, literary, formal, authoritative, readability, tradition, prestige, editorial tone, print clarity, bracketed, calligraphic, wedge serif, transitional, crisp.
This typeface shows a serifed, flared construction with gently bracketed wedge-like terminals and a clear modulation between thick and thin strokes. Curves are smooth and generously rounded, while joins and serifs stay crisp, giving the letterforms a polished, bookish finish. Proportions feel balanced and readable, with open counters and steady spacing; capitals are stately and slightly wide, and the lowercase maintains an even rhythm with traditional, print-oriented shapes. Numerals share the same refined contrast and sturdy footing, matching the text color well in continuous setting.
Well-suited to book and magazine typography, including chapter titles, pull quotes, and body copy where a classic serif texture is desired. It also works for formal branding, cultural institutions, and packaging or labels that benefit from a refined, traditional voice, especially in display and text sizes with generous leading.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, with a quiet sense of prestige. It reads as literary and institutional rather than playful, projecting trust, seriousness, and an editorial sensibility suitable for long-form reading.
The design appears intended to deliver a timeless serif reading experience with a slightly contemporary crispness. By combining moderate contrast with flared, bracketed terminals, it aims to feel both authoritative and approachable, providing strong typographic color for editorial and publishing contexts.
Stroke endings flare subtly rather than ending in blunt slabs, which adds warmth and a lightly calligraphic feel without becoming decorative. The sample text demonstrates a consistent texture at larger sizes, with strong headline presence and a stable baseline that supports dense paragraph setting.