Serif Flared Upbow 3 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, publishing, magazines, academic, classic, literary, refined, formal, calm, text readability, classic tone, editorial voice, subtle character, bracketed serifs, flared terminals, calligraphic, oldstyle figures, open counters.
A serif text face with gently flared stroke endings and softly bracketed serifs that create a subtly calligraphic feel. Strokes show moderate thick–thin modulation, with smooth, rounded joins and tapered terminals that keep the forms crisp without looking rigid. Proportions are balanced and readable, with open counters, clear differentiation between similar shapes, and a steady rhythm in running text. The lowercase includes a two-storey a and g, a compact, readable e, and oldstyle numerals that sit comfortably within text.
Well suited to long-form reading contexts such as books, essays, and editorial layouts where a composed serif texture is needed. It can also work effectively for institutional materials, magazine features, and headings that benefit from a classic, literary voice without heavy ornament.
The overall tone is traditional and bookish, conveying quiet authority and polish. Its flared endings and moderated contrast add a hint of warmth and craft, keeping the impression refined rather than austere.
The design appears intended to provide a comfortable, traditional reading experience with a distinctive flared-seriffed signature. It balances classical proportions and moderate modulation to remain clear in paragraphs while adding tasteful character in display sizes.
Capitals feel dignified and slightly expansive, while the lowercase maintains an even texture suitable for continuous reading. The numerals appear text-oriented (oldstyle), reinforcing a classical, editorial character.