Serif Flared Egme 10 is a bold, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, book covers, brand marks, packaging, victorian, dramatic, historic, theatrical, ornate, space saving, display impact, vintage flavor, dramatic tone, flared, wedge serif, tapered, high-shouldered, spiky terminals.
A condensed serif with flared, wedge-like stroke endings and pointed terminals that give the letters a carved, knife-edge silhouette. Strokes show clear modulation, with stout verticals and noticeably tapered joins; curves pinch tightly into sharp entry/exit points. Proportions are tall and narrow with compact bowls and counters, producing a dense, vertical rhythm. The lowercase keeps a moderate x-height with narrow apertures, while capitals read stately and columnar; figures are similarly condensed and emphatic.
Best suited to display settings such as posters, headlines, editorial titles, book covers, and identity work where a condensed, high-impact serif is needed. It can also work on packaging or labels that benefit from a vintage or dramatic voice, especially when given generous size and breathing room.
The overall tone is theatrical and old-world, evoking playbills, gothic-leaning display typography, and late-19th-century poster culture. Its sharp terminals and flared endings add a sense of intensity and ceremony, making text feel declarative rather than conversational.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence in minimal horizontal space, using flared, wedge-like terminals and tapered joins to create a distinctive, historic display texture. Its narrow proportions and sharp detailing prioritize character and emphasis over quiet, continuous reading.
At larger sizes the distinctive flares and pointed terminals become the main character, while in smaller sizes the tight counters and condensed spacing can make long passages feel heavy and compact. The punctuation and numerals match the same narrow, vertical stance for consistent texture.