Serif Flared Jihi 5 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Bevenida' by Agny Hasya Studio and 'Akiho Faranea' by Differentialtype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, magazine, posters, branding, packaging, elegant, dramatic, fashion, editorial, classic, luxury, impact, expressiveness, editorial tone, calligraphic feel, calligraphic, flared, tapered, swashy, kinetic.
This typeface is a high-contrast italic serif with sharply tapered strokes and flared, wedge-like terminals that echo broad-nib calligraphy. Curves are full and sculpted, with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, knife-like joins. The italic slant is assertive and consistent, creating a lively, forward rhythm; letter widths vary noticeably across the set, adding a dynamic, somewhat display-oriented texture. Serifs and stroke endings often finish in pointed, teardrop, or hooked forms, giving many glyphs a subtly swashed silhouette (notably in S, J, and several lowercase forms). Numerals follow the same dramatic contrast and angled stress, reading as stylized and punchy rather than utilitarian.
Best suited to display settings such as editorial headlines, fashion and lifestyle layouts, premium branding, and poster titles where its dramatic contrast and italic energy can lead the composition. It can also work well for short pull quotes, chapter openers, or luxury packaging accents when paired with a calmer text face.
The overall tone is refined and theatrical, mixing classical sophistication with a fashion-forward edge. Its energetic slant and razor-thin hairlines convey luxury and urgency, while the flared terminals add a handcrafted, calligraphic flair. The result feels confident, high-end, and attention-grabbing—more runway and magazine than sober text typography.
The design appears intended to deliver a luxurious, editorial italic with a calligraphic underpinning—prioritizing flair, contrast, and striking silhouette over neutral everyday readability. Its flared terminals and sculpted strokes suggest a focus on expressive refinement and high-impact typography for prominent messaging.
In the text sample, the strong contrast and tight, sharp details create a vivid rhythm at larger sizes, while the very thin hairlines and pointed terminals suggest it will reward generous sizing and careful reproduction. The italic forms are expressive and slightly flamboyant, with distinctive entry/exit strokes that heighten the sense of motion.