Serif Flared Lyri 9 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, display, posters, editorial, packaging, dramatic, classic, assertive, formal, impact, authority, modern classic, headline focus, brand voice, bracketed serifs, sharp terminals, sculpted curves, tight apertures, compact counters.
This typeface pairs sturdy, weighty forms with sharply tapered strokes and pronounced bracketed serifs. Vertical stems carry strong presence while hairline connections and crisp inner cuts create a distinctly sculpted rhythm. Curves are tightly controlled with compact counters and narrow apertures, giving letters a dense, high-impact texture. The overall drawing feels deliberately angular in places—especially in diagonals and joins—while maintaining traditional serif proportions and a steady baseline.
It performs best at larger sizes where the fine transitions and sharp inner shapes can be appreciated—headlines, magazine spreads, pull quotes, and impactful titles. The dense color and strong detailing also make it a good fit for branding moments such as packaging, labels, and event or cultural posters where a classic-but-edgy serif presence is desired.
The tone is forceful and editorial, with a stately, old-world seriousness tempered by sharp, contemporary bite. Its pronounced contrast and pointed detailing give it a dramatic voice suited to emphatic statements rather than quiet neutrality.
The design appears intended to modernize a traditional serif voice by emphasizing sculpted contrast, tight counters, and flared, chiseled endings. It prioritizes striking texture and authority in display settings while retaining recognizable, classical letter structure.
Uppercase characters read particularly monumental due to broad verticals and small internal openings, while lowercase maintains a sturdy, compact footprint with clearly articulated serifs. Numerals follow the same sculpted logic, with bold silhouettes and crisp transitions that keep them visually consistent with the letters.