Serif Flared Sele 2 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Lemands' by Arterfak Project, 'Derpache' by Edignwn Type, 'ITC Franklin' by ITC, and 'FTY SKORZHEN' by The Fontry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, book covers, branding, classic, authoritative, dramatic, traditional, impact, authority, density, heritage, bracketed, flared, wedge serifs, crisp, high-impact.
A compact, heavy serif with flared stroke endings and pronounced wedge-like serifs that broaden as they meet terminals. Stems are strong and relatively narrow, with smooth, bracketed joins that keep the shapes cohesive at large sizes. Counters are moderately open for the weight, while curves (C, O, S) carry a slightly tensioned, carved feel. The lowercase shows sturdy, upright forms with a compact rhythm and rounded dots on i/j, and the numerals match the weight with bold, stable silhouettes.
This font is well suited to headlines, magazine and newspaper-style display, and other editorial settings where a strong serif voice is desired. It can add weight and authority to posters, book covers, and branding systems that benefit from a traditional, high-impact typographic texture.
The overall tone is formal and forceful, projecting an editorial, old-style gravitas with a slightly theatrical edge. Its compact massing and flared details feel authoritative and traditional rather than casual or minimal.
The likely intention is a condensed display serif that combines classic proportions with flared, wedge-like terminals to maximize impact and maintain a recognizable, traditional texture at large sizes.
The design emphasizes strong verticals and broad, sculpted terminals, producing a punchy texture in words and a clear headline presence. The character shapes read as intentionally condensed, helping lines set densely while still retaining a classic serif voice.