Serif Flared Vima 2 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, packaging, branding, quirky, whimsical, retro, storybook, theatrical, expressive display, retro flavor, space saving, quirky branding, storybook tone, flared ends, tall capitals, condensed, soft serifs, organic.
A condensed, upright serif with gently flared stroke endings and softly sculpted terminals. Stems stay mostly even in thickness, but widen subtly at the ends, giving a carved, taper-to-flare rhythm rather than sharp bracketed serifs. Capitals are tall and narrow with slightly irregular curvature, while round letters keep a vertical, oval feel. The lowercase is compact with a moderate x-height, narrow bowls, and a single-storey “g,” contributing to a lively, hand-cut impression. Numerals are similarly narrow and upright, matching the tight horizontal footprint and the font’s consistent, vertical rhythm.
This face suits display use where a quirky, retro voice is desirable—headlines, posters, book covers, event graphics, packaging, and brand marks. It can also work for short blurbs or pull quotes, especially when a narrow footprint is helpful, but it’s most effective at larger sizes where the flared ends and sculpted curves remain clear.
The overall tone is playful and characterful, with a vintage, storybook energy. Its narrow, animated silhouettes and flared finishing strokes feel theatrical and slightly spooky-carnival without becoming heavy or aggressive, making the voice more whimsical than formal.
The design appears intended to blend condensed economy with expressive, flared serif detailing—creating a distinctive, slightly vintage display texture that stands apart from neutral text serifs. Its consistent verticality and lively terminals suggest an aim toward memorable, character-driven typography for titles and identity work.
Spacing appears tuned for a tight, vertical texture, producing strong columnar rhythm in text. The design relies on distinctive terminals and subtle asymmetries for personality, so it reads best when those details have room to show.