Serif Flared Andug 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book design, magazine titles, luxury branding, invitations, elegant, classical, refined, poised, classic revival, premium tone, editorial clarity, display refinement, calligraphic nuance, flared terminals, tapered stems, calligraphic, bracketed serifs, sharp apexes.
This typeface presents a high-contrast serif build with tapered stems that swell into subtly flared terminals and delicately bracketed serifs. Curves are smooth and round, while joins and apexes stay crisp, creating a lively interplay between thick verticals and hairline horizontals. Proportions feel traditional and balanced, with a measured x-height and open counters that keep the text color even despite the contrast. The italics are not shown; the roman maintains a disciplined upright stance with slightly variable stroke modulation that reads as calligraphic rather than mechanical.
It suits editorial typography where contrast and nuance are assets—magazine features, book covers, chapter openers, and pull quotes. The crisp serifs and flared terminals also work well for premium branding, packaging, and formal print pieces where a sophisticated voice is needed.
The overall tone is polished and literary, with a quietly dramatic, fashion-forward sharpness. It feels cultured and formal without becoming ornate, suggesting heritage print sensibilities updated with clean, contemporary restraint.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif reading experience with added visual charisma from flared stroke endings and pronounced contrast. It aims to bridge text and display use by keeping proportions controlled and counters open while letting terminals and hairlines provide refinement and personality.
Capitals have a stately presence and consistent rhythm, and the lowercase maintains clear differentiation between similar forms (e.g., a/e/c) through distinct serifs and terminal shapes. Numerals echo the same contrast and flare, giving figures a refined, display-friendly sparkle while remaining coherent alongside text.