Serif Flared Upnib 9 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Boutros Angham' by Boutros and 'Mato Sans' by Picador (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, branding, invitations, classic, literary, refined, warm, authoritative, readability, classic tone, editorial voice, warm refinement, flared, calligraphic, bracketed, oldstyle, organic.
A serif typeface with subtly flared stroke endings and softly bracketed serifs that give the outlines an organic, drawn quality. Strokes remain fairly even, with gentle modulation and tapered terminals rather than blunt cuts. Capitals are stately and open, while the lowercase shows traditional proportions, a two-storey “a,” and a moderate x-height with clear ascenders and descenders. Curves are smooth and generously rounded, counters are open, and spacing reads steady and text-friendly, with lively, slightly calligraphic shaping in letters like “f,” “g,” and “y.”
Well suited to editorial typography—books, long-form articles, and magazine layouts—where a warm serif texture and reliable readability are needed. It can also support branding and packaging that want a classic, cultivated voice, and display-sized headings where its flared terminals add character without sacrificing clarity.
The overall tone feels traditional and bookish, balancing refinement with a human, slightly historic warmth. Its flared finishes and soft bracketing evoke editorial gravitas without looking overly formal or brittle.
The design appears intended to deliver a familiar serif reading texture with a distinctive flared, subtly calligraphic finish. It aims for versatility across text and display by combining steady proportions with gently expressive terminals.
At text sizes the rhythm stays calm and continuous, while in larger settings the tapered terminals and flare details become more expressive. Numerals appear proportional and classical in feel, matching the surrounding text with consistent weight and calm presence.