Serif Flared Nekum 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine, branding, classic, bookish, formal, refined, editorial voice, classic authority, elegant contrast, refined display, bracketed, tapered, calligraphic, crisp, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with sculpted, gently flared stroke endings and crisp bracketed serifs that sharpen into wedge-like tips. Curves are smoothly modeled with pronounced thick–thin transitions, giving bowls and shoulders a polished, engraved feel. Capitals are sturdy and slightly wide with confident vertical stress; the lowercase shows compact, rounded forms, single-storey a and g, and a readable, moderately open rhythm. Numerals are bold and old-style in flavor, with strong contrast and lively proportions that keep the texture energetic in running text.
Works especially well for headlines, magazine typography, and book-cover titling where its contrast and sharp detailing can be appreciated. In short-to-medium text settings it creates a strong, classic editorial texture, while the distinctive figures and crisp punctuation support pull quotes, chapter openers, and refined brand applications.
The overall tone is refined and literary, balancing traditional book typography with a touch of dramatic, display-like sheen. Its sharp terminals and swelling stems add a sense of authority and crafted elegance, suitable for brands or content that wants to feel established and intentional.
The font appears designed to evoke classic serif authority while adding visual energy through flared stroke endings and crisp, tapered terminals. Its proportions and contrast suggest an aim for both elegant display presence and dependable readability in editorial contexts.
The design relies on clear vertical emphasis and consistent contrast modulation, producing a dark, assertive color at larger sizes. Pointed terminals on letters like C, S, V, W, X, and the flared tops of verticals contribute to a distinctive, slightly calligraphic snap without appearing italicized.