Serif Flared Alho 2 is a light, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A high-contrast serif with slender hairlines and sharper, weighty main strokes, producing an elegant, airy texture. Serifs are bracketed and subtly flared, with tapered stroke endings that suggest a controlled, calligraphic hand rather than mechanical construction. Capitals are relatively open and spacious, while lowercase forms keep a steady rhythm with smooth curves, modest apertures, and slightly sculpted terminals (notably on letters like a, c, e, and s). Numerals follow the same contrast pattern and show classic proportions, with round forms that feel drawn rather than purely geometric.
This face is well suited to editorial typography such as magazine headlines, pull quotes, and book or chapter titles where its contrast and refined details can be appreciated at larger sizes. It can also support elegant branding systems and formal printed materials like invitations or programs, especially when paired with a simpler companion for supporting text.
The overall tone is polished and literary, balancing restraint with a touch of flourish. It reads as cultured and traditional, suited to contexts that want sophistication without looking overly ornate. The crisp contrast and tapered details lend a sense of ceremony and premium finish.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver a classic, high-end reading of a traditional serif while adding subtle flair through flared, tapered endings and calligraphic modulation. The intent seems to be a versatile display-to-text serif that communicates elegance and authority without heavy ornamentation.
The design maintains a consistent stress and contrast across rounds and straights, helping paragraphs feel even despite the delicate hairlines. Curved letters show careful modulation in thickness, and several glyphs include gently tapered entry/exit strokes that add personality while staying within a conservative serif idiom.