Serif Flared Allu 1 is a regular weight, very wide, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine titles, branding, literary, classic, dramatic, refined, elegant display, classic tone, expressive contrast, premium feel, flared terminals, bracketed serifs, calligraphic, high-contrast, display.
A high-contrast serif with broad proportions and pronounced stroke modulation. Stems taper into flared, wedge-like terminals and bracketed serifs, giving the letterforms a carved, calligraphic feel rather than a strictly mechanical one. Curves are generous and rounded, with sharp, pointed joins appearing in letters like V, W, and Y; the overall rhythm alternates between stout verticals and hairline connections. The lowercase maintains a moderate x-height with clearly differentiated counters, while numerals and capitals read as wide and stately with strong presence on the line.
Best suited to headlines, magazine and editorial display, book covers, and identity work where a refined, classic voice is desired. It can also serve for short passages or pull quotes at comfortable sizes, where the high-contrast detailing remains clear and intentional.
The tone is formal and expressive, combining classic bookish authority with a slightly theatrical, headline-ready drama. The flared endings and crisp hairlines suggest elegance and tradition, while the wide stance adds confidence and grandeur.
The design appears intended to blend classical serif structure with flared, calligraphic terminals to produce a sophisticated display serif that feels both traditional and distinctive. Its wide proportions and dramatic contrast suggest an emphasis on presence and elegance in prominent typographic settings.
In text, the strong contrast and flared terminals create a distinctive texture that feels lively and slightly ornamental, especially at larger sizes. The wide capitals and round letters (O, Q) contribute to an expansive, luxurious color, and the figures echo the same tapering logic for a cohesive set.