Serif Flared Tody 2 is a bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate Gothic' by Bitstream, 'Copperplate Gothic' by Linotype, 'Arkais' by Logitype, 'Copper Penny' by The Fontry, and 'Copperplate Gothic' by Tilde (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, stately, literary, authoritative, heritage, formal, impactful classic, editorial authority, heritage tone, bracketed, flared, crisp, weighty, classic.
A weighty serif with pronounced contrast and a broad, steady stance. Stems swell into subtly flared, bracketed serif endings, giving terminals a carved, sculptural feel rather than blunt slabs. Round letters are generously full, counters stay open, and joins remain clean, producing a confident rhythm at text and display sizes. Numerals and capitals read especially solid, with consistent vertical stress and crisp edges throughout.
Well suited to headlines, titles, and pull quotes where a strong serif voice is desired. It also fits editorial settings such as magazine features and book-cover typography, and can anchor branding systems that need a classic, authoritative tone.
The overall tone feels traditional and institutional—serious, composed, and slightly monumental. Its strong presence and sharp finishing details convey authority and editorial polish, with a classic bookish flavor rather than a casual or playful voice.
The font appears intended to deliver a classic serif impression with added muscle and sculpted, flared detailing, emphasizing impact and clarity in prominent reading contexts.
The design balances heavy color with controlled apertures, helping maintain legibility despite the dense stroke weight. Spacing appears even and stable, supporting compact setting while still projecting a bold typographic silhouette.