Serif Flared Somu 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, academic, legal, branding, classic, literary, formal, institutional, text readability, traditional tone, print authority, durable clarity, bracketed serifs, flared terminals, crisp joints, open counters, steady rhythm.
A robust serif with subtly flared stroke endings and bracketed serifs that read cleanly at text sizes. The letterforms show moderate stroke modulation and a steady, vertical stress, with wide, open counters and clear inner shapes in both capitals and lowercase. Lowercase proportions lean toward a sturdy text build, with compact joins, a relatively short ascender impression, and neatly finished terminals that keep word shapes even. Numerals are straightforward and legible, with consistent weight and stable alignment that matches the text color of the alphabet.
Well suited to long-form reading in books, essays, and editorial layouts where a firm serif texture supports comfortable scanning. It also fits academic or legal materials that benefit from a conventional, authoritative typographic voice, and can serve in branding systems that want a classic, established feel.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, evoking book typography and institutional print. Its controlled details and confident serifs give it a serious, trustworthy voice without feeling overly ornate.
The design appears intended as a practical, text-forward serif that balances traditional forms with sturdy, contemporary rendering. Flared stroke endings and controlled contrast aim to preserve crispness and legibility while maintaining a classic print character.
Capitals have a strong, inscription-like presence, while the lowercase maintains an even texture in running text. The design favors clarity and stability over decorative flourish, producing a dark, authoritative color on the page.