Serif Flared Fiho 2 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Chakai' by Latinotype and 'Blacker Sans Pro' by Zetafonts (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial design, book typography, headlines, magazines, branding, editorial, classical, elegant, confident, literary, refined reading, editorial authority, classic revival, display emphasis, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, sculpted, tapered.
A crisp serif with pronounced thick–thin contrast and sculpted, flaring terminals that give strokes a subtly calligraphic taper. Serifs read as bracketed and wedge-like rather than slabby, with clean joins and sharp, chiseled corners. Proportions run on the generous side with open counters and a steady, upright rhythm; capitals feel stately and evenly paced, while lowercase shows a traditional serif structure with a compact, sturdy bowl-and-stem construction. Numerals follow the same formal, high-contrast logic, producing a polished, print-oriented texture in paragraphs.
Well suited to editorial systems—magazines, book jackets, and long-form layouts—where its high-contrast detailing can add sophistication. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and refined brand touchpoints that want a classic serif voice with a subtly distinctive, flared finish.
The overall tone is formal and editorial, projecting classic book typography with a slightly dramatic, display-ready sparkle from the contrast and flared endings. It feels authoritative and traditional without becoming fussy, making it well suited to refined, text-forward communication.
Designed to deliver a classic serif reading experience enhanced by sculpted, flared terminals for added personality and tonal authority. The intent appears to balance tradition and display presence—maintaining familiar, bookish forms while sharpening the overall impression through contrast and crisp terminal shaping.
The flare at terminals and the sharp, tapered serifs create a distinctive stroke finish that reads well at larger sizes and adds character in headings. In text, the strong contrast and crisp detailing create a lively, upscale texture that benefits from comfortable sizing and adequate line spacing.