Serif Flared Vigo 1 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, subheads, book covers, magazines, posters, editorial, classic, formal, literary, refined, space-saving, editorial tone, classic authority, crisp definition, flared serifs, bracketed serifs, sharp terminals, vertical stress, crisp.
A compact serif with tapered, flaring stroke endings that read as small wedge-like serifs rather than heavy slabs. Stems are predominantly straight and vertical with moderate contrast, while curves are clean and tightly drawn, giving counters a slightly compressed feel. The design shows crisp, pointed terminals and firm bracketed connections that keep joins sturdy without becoming soft. Uppercase forms are stately and narrow, and the lowercase maintains an even rhythm with tidy ascenders/descenders and clearly differentiated numerals.
Works well for headlines and subheads where a classic serif presence is needed without taking up much horizontal space. It also suits book covers, magazine layouts, and formal posters that benefit from a refined, high-contrast-leaning texture and crisp detail.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, balancing formality with a slightly sharp, engraved-like crispness. Its narrow proportions and assertive terminals give it a confident, authoritative voice suited to serious content and classic branding.
The design appears intended to deliver a traditional serif voice in a space-efficient width, using flared endings and crisp terminals to maintain clarity and character. Its controlled contrast and disciplined proportions suggest an emphasis on editorial versatility and a dignified reading tone.
At text sizes the tight sidebearings and compact letterforms create a dense, column-friendly texture. The sharpness at serifs and terminals adds definition, but also makes the face feel more assertive than a softer book serif.