Serif Flared Figi 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Cornet' by Berthold, 'FF Tundra' by FontFont, 'Campan' by Hoftype, 'Accia Piano' by Mint Type, and 'Beaufort' by Shinntype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, branding, posters, stately, bookish, classic, formal, confident, authority, readability, heritage, editorial tone, display impact, bracketed, flared, sculpted, high-shouldered, ink-trap free.
A sturdy serif with softly flared terminals and pronounced bracketed serifs that broaden at the ends of strokes. The letterforms are compact and weighty with rounded bowls and a steady, even rhythm, while contrast stays moderate and consistent across the alphabet. Uppercase shapes feel wide and grounded (notably the broad C/G/O), with clear triangular serifs on E/F/T and a traditional two-story structure in the lowercase a and g. Numerals are robust and old-style leaning in feel, with generous curves and strong foot serifs that keep them anchored on the baseline.
This face suits headlines and subheads where a classic, confident presence is needed, and it also holds together well in short editorial passages thanks to its consistent rhythm and sturdy detailing. It’s a strong choice for book covers, heritage-forward branding, certificates, and poster typography that benefits from traditional serif authority.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with a calm, editorial seriousness. Its flared finishing and rounded massing add a slightly engraved, heritage character, making it feel established and trustworthy rather than sharp or trendy.
The design appears intended to modernize a traditional serif voice by combining substantial, readable proportions with flared, sculpted terminals. It aims for a timeless editorial texture with enough personality in the serif and terminal shaping to stand out in display settings.
The design favors large internal counters and rounded joins, helping heavy strokes remain legible in display sizes. Curved letters (C, G, S, s) show smooth, continuous modulation, while the serif treatment stays consistent across caps and lowercase for a cohesive texture in paragraphs.