Serif Flared Opdi 9 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, reverse italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, signage, logotypes, playful, retro, cheeky, expressive, bouncy, attention grab, retro flavor, playful voice, brand character, display impact, flared, soft serif, swashy, curvy, cartoonish.
A very heavy, energetic serif with pronounced flaring at stroke ends and soft, rounded terminals that read as small, bracket-like serifs. The letterforms are compact and chunky with inflated bowls, pinched joins, and a slightly irregular rhythm that makes each glyph feel hand-shaped rather than mechanically even. Many characters show a subtle reverse-lean and wavy verticals, giving the alphabet a buoyant, slightly tipsy stance. Counters are relatively small for the weight, and curves are emphasized over straight geometry, producing a dense, poster-ready texture in text.
Best suited to display sizes where its flared endings and curvy, uneven rhythm can be appreciated—posters, large headlines, storefront or event signage, and expressive brand marks. It can also work for short bursts of copy on packaging or promotional graphics, where a playful, retro voice is desirable.
The overall tone is jovial and theatrical, with a nostalgic, mid-century display flavor. Its exaggerated weight and lively wobble communicate warmth and humor more than formality, making it feel suited to headlines that want to entertain or grab attention quickly.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, humorous personality—pairing very heavy strokes with flared serif-like endings and a deliberately lively, reverse-leaning posture. The goal seems to be a distinctive display face that stays readable while projecting charm and motion.
The design’s flared stroke endings and softened serifs keep the heavy weight from feeling rigid, while the irregular slant adds motion across a line. Numerals match the chunky, rounded construction and maintain the same buoyant presence as the letters, supporting bold, characterful typographic lockups.