Serif Flared Egdu 3 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, headlines, posters, classic, literary, formal, refined, space economy, classic tone, editorial clarity, readable text, flared serifs, calligraphic, bracketed, sharp apexes, crisp terminals.
A narrow, old-style serif with subtly flared stroke endings and gentle bracketed joins. Stems are relatively straight and vertical, while curves show a controlled modulation that keeps contrast moderate and consistent across the set. Serifs read as tapered and wedge-like rather than slabby, and many terminals finish with crisp, slightly pointed shaping. The lowercase is compact with a modest x-height and clear rhythm; ascenders and capitals feel tall and clean, giving the overall texture a composed, columnar color.
It suits long-form reading in books and editorial layouts where a classic serif voice is desired and width economy is useful. The tall capitals and crisp terminals also make it effective for headlines, section openers, and poster typography that aims for a traditional, authoritative presence.
The font conveys a traditional, bookish tone with a slightly calligraphic edge. Its slender proportions and sharp, flared finishing strokes add a sense of formality and refinement without becoming ornate.
The design appears intended to reinterpret a classical serif model in a narrower, space-efficient form while retaining a flared, calligraphic finish. It balances readability with a distinctive, sharpened silhouette to work equally well in text settings and prominent display lines.
Capitals present strong, classical silhouettes with prominent verticals and restrained curvature, while the numerals and punctuation match the same crisp, tapered finishing. In text, the narrow set and disciplined spacing create an efficient, editorial feel that favors structured layouts and careful typesetting.