Serif Flared Abban 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazine, headlines, branding, classic, formal, literary, refined, classic revival, text elegance, editorial presence, sharpened detail, bracketed serifs, crisp terminals, tight apertures, sculpted, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, wedge-like serifs and subtly flared stroke endings that give stems a sculpted, chiseled feel. Curves are smooth and generously rounded, while joins and terminals resolve into sharp, clean points, creating a lively interplay between thick verticals and hairline horizontals. Proportions feel traditional with a moderate x-height, compact apertures, and clear, disciplined spacing that reads evenly in continuous text.
Well-suited to editorial typography—book and long-form reading at comfortable sizes, as well as magazine layouts where contrast and detail can shine. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and heritage-leaning branding where a refined, traditional voice is desired.
The overall tone is classical and authoritative, with an elegant, bookish refinement. Its sharp serifs and dramatic contrast convey a sense of tradition and seriousness, while the slight flare and calligraphic energy keep it from feeling static.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a traditional serif model with added sharpness and flare at stroke endings, emphasizing elegance and typographic color in text. It aims to balance a classic reading rhythm with high-contrast drama for editorial versatility.
Uppercase forms present strong vertical emphasis and distinctive, tapered details; the lowercase maintains a steady rhythm with pronounced contrast and tidy, controlled counters. Numerals share the same high-contrast logic and pointed finishing, helping mixed text retain a cohesive, polished texture.