Serif Flared Afbu 9 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, packaging, refined, dramatic, classic, fashion, elegant display, editorial voice, modern classic, brand distinction, flared, calligraphic, sculpted, sharp serifs, teardrop terminals.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced flaring through the stems and crisp, wedge-like serifs. Curves are smooth and slightly sculpted, with tapered joins and pointed apexes (notably in A, V, W, and y), creating a chiseled rhythm. The lowercase shows compact bowls and a gently bracketed feel, while terminals often end in sharp points or teardrop-like forms; the g has a distinctive ear and the q descender finishes in a neat, curling stroke. Numerals follow the same dramatic modulation, with open, airy counters and prominent stroke thinning at joins.
Best suited to headlines, magazine and editorial typography, and brand systems that need a refined, upscale voice. It should perform particularly well at display sizes where the contrast, flaring, and sharp terminals can read cleanly and contribute to a distinctive typographic color.
The overall tone is elegant and assertive, combining classical bookish authority with a fashion-forward crispness. The strong contrast and flared strokes add a sense of ceremony and polish, giving text a confident, high-end presence without feeling ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a modernized, flared serif look with strong contrast and crisp finishing, balancing classical proportions with more sculptural, fashion-oriented detailing. Its letterforms prioritize impactful silhouette and refined stroke modulation for prominent typographic moments.
Spacing appears comfortable for display and short text, with a lively alternation of thick and thin strokes that becomes especially noticeable in dense passages. Uppercase forms feel monumental and slightly condensed in impression due to narrow internal apertures, while the lowercase maintains a steady, readable texture at larger sizes.