Serif Flared Jiri 2 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, packaging, dramatic, fashion-forward, theatrical, stylish, display impact, elegant drama, calligraphic flair, premium tone, headline texture, calligraphic, flared, tapered, pointed serifs, swashy.
A bold, sharply slanted serif with pronounced high-contrast modeling and flared stroke endings that swell and taper like a broad-nib or engraved form. The letterforms show narrow joins and fuller bowls, creating a lively thick–thin rhythm, with wedge-like, pointed terminals and small, incisive serifs rather than blunt slabs. Curves are taut and slightly pinched in places (notably in round letters), and several diagonals and cross-strokes end in elegant, blade-like points. Spacing feels display-oriented, with cauterized counters and a compact, energetic texture across words.
Best suited to large sizes where its tapered details and high-contrast strokes can be appreciated—magazine titles, fashion/editorial headlines, poster typography, premium packaging, and brand marks that want an assertive, stylized voice. It can also work for short pull quotes or section headers where a dramatic italic texture is desirable.
The overall tone is dramatic and expressive—more couture and headline than quiet text. Its sharp terminals and sweeping italic motion convey confidence, flair, and a slightly baroque sophistication, lending an upscale, poster-ready presence.
The design appears intended as a display serif that merges classical, engraved-inspired contrast with a distinctly italic, calligraphic slant and flared terminals. It aims to deliver impact and elegance simultaneously, prioritizing character and rhythm over neutral readability at small sizes.
Uppercase forms read as sculpted and monumental, while lowercase introduces more calligraphic movement and occasional swashy shapes, increasing the sense of motion in running text. Numerals match the same engraved contrast and angled energy, making mixed typography feel cohesive.