Serif Flared Habab 3 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Formata' and 'Formata W1G' by Berthold, 'Foro Sans' and 'Impara' by Hoftype, 'ITC Quay Sans' by ITC, 'Le Monde Sans Std' by Typofonderie, and 'Phoenica Std' by preussTYPE (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, sporty, retro, confident, energetic, editorial, attention, emphasis, momentum, impact, character, flared, oblique, soft corners, bracketed, tapered.
A heavy, right-leaning serif with broad proportions and flared stroke endings that give terminals a tapered, brushed feel. Strokes show gentle modulation and smooth, bracket-like transitions into the serifs, creating a cohesive, calligraphic rhythm without becoming script-like. Counters are fairly open for the weight, curves are round and stable, and diagonals read crisp; the overall texture is dense but even in running text. Figures are sturdy and headline-oriented, matching the letters’ compact apertures and strong horizontal emphasis.
Best suited to display settings where impact and motion matter—headlines, cover lines, posters, and branding systems that want a punchy, slanted serif voice. It can also work for short blocks of editorial copy or pull quotes when set with generous leading and careful tracking to avoid an overly dark texture at smaller sizes.
The font projects bold momentum and a slightly vintage, display-forward attitude. Its slanted stance and flared endings suggest speed and emphasis, while the softened transitions keep the tone approachable rather than severe. Overall it feels confident and attention-grabbing, with a hint of classic athletic or mid-century editorial flavor.
The design appears aimed at combining the authority of a serif with the energy of an italic, using flared terminals and controlled modulation to deliver a bold, characterful display texture. It prioritizes strong silhouettes and fast readability at large sizes, with enough refinement in the serif shaping to feel curated rather than purely decorative.
The spacing and rhythm in the sample text show a strong word shape and consistent slant, with punctuation and numerals carrying the same muscular, tapered detailing. The visual weight concentrates in the main stems, while the flare at the ends adds character and helps keep joins from feeling blunt.