Serif Flared Annuv 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book titles, magazine display, branding, headlines, classic, formal, literary, refined, elegant display, print tradition, editorial voice, classic authority, crafted detail, bracketed, calligraphic, crisp, sculpted, traditional.
This typeface shows a high-contrast serif structure with tapered, flared stroke endings and crisp, triangular/bracketed serifs that feel carved rather than mechanical. Curves are smooth and controlled, with pronounced thick–thin transitions and relatively sharp terminals on letters like C, G, S, and a. Proportions are fairly traditional: capitals are stately with moderate width and open counters, while the lowercase maintains a balanced x-height and clear differentiation between bowls, stems, and entry strokes. The numerals echo the same contrast and flaring, giving figures a sturdy, bookish presence.
This font is well suited to editorial design where a refined, traditional voice is needed—magazine headings, pull quotes, and book or chapter titles in particular. It also fits brand marks and packaging that want a classic serif presence with a bit of flair, and it can be effective for short to medium passages at comfortable reading sizes.
The overall tone is classic and editorial, with a cultured, literary feel that suggests printed tradition and careful typesetting. Its sharp contrast and sculpted serifs add formality and a slightly dramatic, high-end flavor, making the text feel authoritative rather than casual.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif proportions with flared, calligraphic stroke behavior to achieve a polished, print-forward look. Its contrast and sculpted terminals seem aimed at creating elegance and emphasis in display and editorial contexts while keeping letterforms familiar and readable.
In the sample text, the rhythm is lively due to the tapered joins and energetic terminals, which create a sparkling texture at larger sizes. Some letters show distinctive, calligraphic-like shaping (notably in the a, g, and y), reinforcing a crafted, historical impression.