Serif Flared Lyhe 2 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, fashion, posters, branding, elegant, classical, dramatic, refined, luxury tone, display impact, editorial voice, classic revival, didone-like, flared, high-contrast, crisp, chiseled.
A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, flared terminals that broaden into wedge-like endings. Capitals are stately and moderately wide with sharp apexes and finely tapered hairlines, while the lower case shows compact, rounded bowls and clear vertical stress. Serifs read as subtly bracketed and flaring rather than slabby, giving strokes a carved, calligraphic finish. Counters are relatively open, the joins are clean, and the overall rhythm alternates bold verticals with delicate connecting hairlines for a polished, fashion-forward texture.
Best suited to display typography such as magazine headlines, pull quotes, posters, and luxury branding where its contrast and flared finishing can be appreciated. It can also work for short-form editorial settings (subheads, intros, captions) when set at sizes that preserve the delicate hairlines.
The tone is sophisticated and dramatic, balancing classic bookish authority with a contemporary editorial sheen. Its sharp contrast and flared details evoke luxury, formality, and a curated, high-end sensibility.
The design appears intended to deliver an upscale, modern-classic serif voice by combining extreme contrast with flared, chiseled terminals for a distinctive editorial signature. It prioritizes elegance and visual drama, aiming to stand out in display contexts while retaining traditional serif proportions.
The numerals share the same contrast-driven personality, with sculpted curves and crisp terminals that feel consistent with the letterforms. In text, the strong verticals create a confident stripe pattern, while the fine hairlines add sparkle that benefits from generous sizing and comfortable spacing.