Serif Flared Welun 2 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, invitations, branding, classic, literary, refined, formal, tradition, elegance, readability, prestige, flared, calligraphic, sculpted, crisp, bracketed.
A high-contrast serif with sculpted, flaring terminals and tapered stems that suggest a broad-pen influence. Serifs read as softly bracketed and slightly wedge-like rather than flat slabs, with stroke endings that widen subtly before finishing. Uppercase proportions are dignified and moderately wide, with open counters and smooth curves; the lowercase shows a relatively small x-height, long extenders, and compact, rounded bowls. Overall rhythm is crisp and elegant, with carefully modulated thick–thin transitions that stay consistent across letters and numerals.
Well suited to book typography and editorial layouts where a traditional serif voice and elegant contrast are desired. It also fits invitations, certificates, and premium branding applications that benefit from a formal, literary tone.
The tone is classical and bookish, projecting refinement and authority without feeling heavy. Its sharp contrast and flared details lend a slightly ceremonial, old-world character suited to cultured, formal messaging.
The design appears intended to merge traditional serif construction with a subtly calligraphic, flared finish, creating a refined text-and-display face with a distinctly classical color on the page.
Spacing appears comfortable and the letterforms remain clear at display sizes, where the flare and contrast become the defining texture. Numerals follow the same calligraphic modulation, giving figures a polished, traditional feel in running text.