Serif Flared Jabug 13 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazine, book jackets, pull quotes, posters, classic, editorial, dramatic, refined, confident, editorial emphasis, classic revival, display impact, elegant tone, calligraphic, bracketed, tapered, wedge serifs, sculpted.
A high-contrast italic serif with sculpted, flaring stroke terminals and wedge-like serifs that read as calligraphically derived rather than strictly mechanical. Stems and diagonals taper and swell with a clear broad-nib rhythm, and many joins are softly bracketed, giving the forms a carved, slightly organic feel. The italics are assertive, with a forward slant and energetic curves; counters are open and the overall color is dark and punchy, especially in uppercase and numerals. Descenders are moderately long and the italics show varied stroke endings, producing a lively, textured line in continuous text.
This design performs best at display sizes and short-to-medium text where its contrast and flared details can be appreciated—magazine headlines, book covers, cultural posters, and prominent pull quotes. It can also serve as an italic companion for sophisticated branding or packaging, particularly where an elegant, emphatic voice is needed.
The font projects a traditional, editorial tone with a touch of theatrical flair. Its strong contrast and swashing italic energy suggest sophistication and confidence, balancing refinement with bold expressiveness. The overall impression is classic and premium, suited to contexts that benefit from a heightened, rhetorical voice.
The letterforms appear intended to reinterpret classic italic serif construction through pronounced contrast and flaring, calligraphic terminals, delivering an emphatic, editorially oriented style. The design prioritizes expressive rhythm and sharp, refined detailing to create strong presence in setting.
Uppercase characters appear broad and stately, while lowercase forms show more calligraphic motion, creating a dynamic contrast between display-like caps and flowing text. Numerals share the same italic stress and contrast, integrating well for headlines or pull quotes with dates and figures.