Serif Flared Ekmup 14 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, literary branding, invitations, classical, formal, literary, refined, text elegance, editorial authority, classic revival, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, sculpted, high-contrast.
A high-contrast serif with crisp hairlines and fuller main strokes, showing a distinctly sculpted, flared finish where stems open toward the terminals. Serifs read as bracketed and sharp rather than blocky, with wedge-like feet and tapered joins that create a lively stroke rhythm. The proportions feel on the broader side with open counters and a steady, upright stance; round letters are clean and balanced while diagonals (V, W, X, Y) show thin connecting strokes against heavier outer strokes. Numerals and capitals maintain a consistent, elegant stress and a clear hierarchy between thick and thin, giving the face a polished, print-oriented texture in paragraphs.
Well suited to editorial typography such as books, long-form articles, and magazine layouts where contrast and refined detailing can shine. It also works effectively for headlines, pull quotes, and upscale brand systems that want a classical, authoritative serif voice.
The overall tone is poised and literary, with a sense of classic gravitas and a slightly calligraphic sharpness. Its contrast and flared endings add sophistication and a hint of drama without becoming ornate, making the voice feel editorial and cultivated.
Likely designed to provide a contemporary take on a classic serif text face, emphasizing contrast and flared stroke endings to add character and elegance while preserving readability in continuous text.
In running text, the thin serifs and hairlines create a bright, rhythmic sparkle, while the widened terminals help anchor forms and keep word shapes distinct. The lowercase shows a traditional, readable construction with clear ascenders/descenders and confident, well-defined terminals.