Serif Other Efla 11 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, book covers, poster, retro, dramatic, editorial, classic, display impact, retro flavor, distinctive texture, headline clarity, bracketed, bulbous, flared, swashy, ball terminals.
A very heavy, high-contrast serif with pronounced bracketed serifs and teardrop/ball-like terminals that give many strokes a sculpted, ink-trap-like bite. Curves are full and bulbous while joins and inner corners are sharply carved, creating a lively rhythm of thick masses and crisp notches. Capitals are compact and forceful, with broad stems and tightly enclosed counters; the lowercases keep a moderate x-height but remain stout, with distinctive ear-like or beaked details on letters such as a, g, and y. Numerals follow the same chiseled, display-driven construction, with strong verticals and dramatic curved cut-ins that hold up at large sizes.
This font is best used for posters, magazine-style headlines, title treatments, and branding where a distinctive, bold serif voice is needed. It can work well on packaging and book covers, and for short pull quotes or signage where its sculpted details and high contrast can be appreciated at larger sizes.
The overall tone is bold and theatrical, mixing classical serif cues with a slightly quirky, showcard personality. It reads as confident and attention-seeking, with a retro-editorial flavor that feels suited to headlines and statements rather than quiet text.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through a traditional serif framework amplified with exaggerated terminals, carved joins, and compact, weighty proportions. It prioritizes memorable shapes and strong texture for display typography.
The design’s deep interior cutouts and terminal shapes create strong word texture and distinctive silhouettes, especially in mixed-case settings. Spacing appears designed for display impact, with dense forms and prominent serifs that benefit from generous point sizes and comfortable line spacing.