Serif Flared Annan 1 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A high-contrast serif with pronounced thick–thin transitions and finely tapered, wedge-like terminals. Serifs are crisp and slightly flared, giving stems a subtle widening into the endings rather than blunt, rectangular slabs. Uppercase proportions feel classical with strong vertical stress and clean, open counters; the round letters show a smooth modulation and a restrained, even rhythm. The lowercase maintains a moderate x-height with compact, bookish shapes and pointed details at joins and terminals, producing a precise, polished texture in text.
Well suited to book typography, magazine layouts, and other long-form editorial work where a refined serif texture is desirable. It also performs strongly in headlines, subheads, and pull quotes thanks to its crisp contrast and sculpted terminals, and can lend a classic, premium tone to brand identities and packaging.
The overall tone is formal and literary, with an editorial sharpness that reads as confident and cultivated. Its contrast and tapered finishing add a touch of drama and sophistication, leaning toward elegant print traditions rather than casual or utilitarian voice.
The design appears intended to modernize a classical serif model with sharp, flared finishing and pronounced contrast, balancing elegance with clarity. It aims to provide a distinctive editorial voice that remains disciplined and readable while offering strong typographic presence.
In larger sizes the hairlines and sharp terminals become a defining feature, while in text the design builds a steady, dignified cadence with clear letter separation. Numerals share the same contrast and wedge-finishing, aligning well with the uppercase for traditional editorial and titling settings.