Serif Flared Anluz 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazine, headlines, branding, classic, refined, formal, literary, refinement, authority, literary tone, display elegance, text rhythm, bracketed, crisp, sculpted, calligraphic, high-waisted.
A high-contrast serif with sculpted, flaring stroke endings and finely tapered hairlines. The design shows a pronounced vertical stress and sharp, wedge-like terminals that broaden into bracketed serif forms, giving stems a subtly chiseled profile. Proportions feel traditional with moderate x-height, generous ascenders, and compact bowls; spacing reads even and controlled, supporting a steady text rhythm while retaining crisp sparkle in the counters.
Well-suited to magazines, books, and other editorial settings where a refined serif texture is desired. It also performs nicely for headlines, pull quotes, and brand applications that benefit from classic elegance and sharp typographic detail.
The overall tone is elegant and authoritative, with a bookish, old-style sophistication. Its sharp terminals and bright contrast suggest editorial polish and a slightly dramatic, cultured voice rather than a casual or utilitarian one.
The font appears designed to deliver a traditional serif reading experience with added drama from flared, tapered terminals and high contrast. The goal seems to balance historical, literary cues with a crisp, contemporary finish for editorial and display typography.
Uppercase forms present strong, stable silhouettes (notably the wide, open C/G and the stately verticals), while the lowercase combines compact, rounded bowls with tapered joins that keep the texture lively. Numerals follow the same contrast and refinement, reading well in display and larger text where the hairlines can stay clear.