Serif Flared Sohe 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Sans' by Artegra and 'Averta PE' and 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, branding, posters, packaging, warm, confident, contemporary, friendly, impact, readability, warmth, distinctiveness, editorial voice, flared serifs, soft corners, wide apertures, round terminals, large counters.
A heavy, readable serif with subtly flared stroke endings and softened triangular serifs that keep the forms sturdy rather than sharp. The construction leans geometric with broad bowls and generous counters, while joins and terminals are slightly rounded, helping dense strokes stay open. Uppercase letters are compact and even, and lowercase shows a clear, steady rhythm with straightforward two-storey forms where expected and simple, sturdy diagonals. Numerals match the text color closely and keep a stable, poster-friendly silhouette with minimal contrast and strong interior space.
Best suited to headlines, deck text, and short to medium editorial passages where a strong typographic color is desired. It can add personality to branding systems, packaging, and promotional materials, especially where a contemporary serif with a friendly, crafted edge is needed.
The overall tone feels modern and approachable, combining a confident headline weight with a gentle, slightly bookish warmth. Its flared details add a crafted, editorial flavor without becoming ornamental, giving it a polished but friendly voice.
The design appears intended to deliver bold, high-impact readability while avoiding the brittleness of sharp serifs. Flared endings and rounded shaping suggest an aim for contemporary warmth and strong presence in display and editorial contexts.
The face maintains a consistent dark color and smooth texture across mixed-case sample text, with clear differentiation between similar shapes (e.g., I/l/1) through serifing and proportions. Curves stay open and rounded, supporting clarity in tight settings while retaining a distinctive, flared personality at stroke ends.