Serif Flared Vige 6 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, book covers, brand marks, vintage, literary, formal, classic, space-saving, editorial tone, classic display, compact headlines, flared serifs, condensed, crisp, angular, high-waisted.
A condensed serif with subtly flared stroke endings and a crisp, ink-trap-like sharpness at terminals. Stems stay fairly even in thickness with restrained contrast, while the ends of strokes broaden into small wedge shapes that read as pointed serifs rather than slabs. Curves are taut and slightly squarish in places, giving counters a compact, vertical feel and keeping the rhythm tight. Uppercase forms are tall and narrow, and the lowercase maintains a clean, readable structure with a straightforward, upright stance.
Well-suited to headlines and subheads where a condensed serif can create impact without consuming width, especially in magazines, newspapers, and cultural materials. It can also work for book covers and formal display typography where a traditional tone is desired, and for wordmarks that benefit from a tall, sharply finished silhouette.
The overall tone feels classic and editorial, with a slightly old-style, bookish flavor reminiscent of traditional printing. Its narrow proportions and sharp serif treatment add a disciplined, authoritative voice that can also feel a touch theatrical or headline-driven.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-efficient serif with traditional cues, combining low-contrast sturdiness with flared, pointed terminals for added character in display sizes. Its consistent vertical rhythm suggests a focus on creating a strong editorial voice that remains controlled and legible in longer headline lines.
The font’s strong vertical emphasis and compact spacing suggest it is optimized to fit a lot of text into limited horizontal room without becoming heavy. Numerals match the condensed, upright logic and keep a consistent, composed texture in running settings.