Serif Flared Ekloj 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book covers, branding, invitations, elegant, editorial, literary, refined, classic, editorial voice, classic revival, premium feel, calligraphic flair, flared, calligraphic, bracketed, crisp, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with sculpted, flaring stroke endings and gently bracketed terminals that give the letterforms a carved, calligraphic feel. Curves are smooth and open, with hairline joins and sharp, clean apexes; round letters show a lively stress and a slightly swelling rhythm through the bowls. Uppercase proportions feel stately and balanced, while the lowercase maintains a readable, moderate x-height with crisp ascenders and descenders. The numerals follow the same contrast and flare logic, producing a polished, display-leaning texture even at text sizes.
Well-suited to headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where contrast and crisp serifs can shine. It also fits book covers, mastheads, and premium branding systems that need a classic voice with a bit of flourish. In longer passages it can work best with generous size and spacing to preserve the fine hairlines.
The overall tone is refined and bookish, with an editorial elegance that reads as traditional yet lightly expressive. Its flared strokes and taut hairlines add sophistication and a hint of ceremonial formality, suited to premium and cultural contexts.
The design appears intended to blend classical serif proportions with flared, calligraphic terminals to achieve a distinctive editorial personality. It aims for a luxurious, cultured texture that stands out in display settings while remaining structured enough for controlled text use.
Several letters feature distinctive, tapered terminals (notably in S, C, and the diagonals), creating a rhythmic sparkle in running text. The italicized-looking calligraphic influence is present without an actual slant, resulting in an upright face that still feels lively and handcrafted.