Serif Flared Epma 1 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, classic, assertive, formal, dramatic, authority, impact, heritage, refinement, distinctiveness, bracketed, wedge serifs, ball terminals, ink-trap feel, sculpted.
A sculpted serif with pronounced stroke modulation and a compact, sturdy build. Stems and joins show flared, wedge-like serif behavior, with bracketed transitions that soften the mechanical feel while keeping edges crisp. Counters are relatively tight and the overall color is dark and decisive, supported by sharp apexes in letters like A and V and strong vertical stress in rounded forms. Lowercase features sturdy proportions with a moderate x-height, prominent ball terminals (notably in g), and a slightly calligraphic rhythm created by tapered entry/exit strokes.
It performs best in display contexts such as magazine headlines, book or album covers, posters, and brand wordmarks where its high-contrast modeling and flared serifs can be appreciated. It can also work for short, elevated text blocks like pull quotes or section openers when set with generous spacing.
The font projects an editorial, old-world confidence—serious and authoritative with a touch of theatrical contrast. Its crisp terminals and weighty presence feel suited to headlines that want to sound established, cultured, and emphatic rather than casual.
The design appears intended to merge classical serif authority with a more sculptural, flared-terminal finish, creating a distinctive headline serif that remains rooted in traditional proportions while adding punch and personality.
Uppercase characters read stately and monumental, while the lowercase adds personality through rounded terminals and distinct hooks in letters like f and j. Numerals are similarly weighty and traditional in feel, with strong curves and clear contrast that favors display use over delicate settings.