Serif Flared Habal 4 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Sharik Sans' by Dada Studio, 'Mato Sans' by Picador, 'Alinea Sans' by Présence Typo, 'Plusquam Sans' by Typolis, and 'Rehn' by moretype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, sports branding, packaging, logotypes, sporty, retro, energetic, confident, playful, impact, motion, display character, brand voice, retro nod, flared, bracketed, calligraphic, ink-trap feel, dynamic.
A heavy italic serif with compact, high-impact shapes and a pronounced forward slant. Strokes show subtle modulation and a brush-like, calligraphic construction, with stems and terminals that widen into flared, softly bracketed serif forms. Counters are relatively tight, curves are rounded but muscular, and joins often form teardrop-like wedges that emphasize motion. The overall rhythm is punchy and slightly irregular in a deliberate way, creating a lively texture in words and headlines.
Best suited to headlines, short statements, and display typography where its weight and slant can do the work. It fits sports and event branding, retro-inspired posters, packaging, and logo wordmarks that want a confident, energetic voice.
The tone is bold and energetic, with a retro, poster-like spirit and a sense of speed. Its slanted, flared details read as assertive and athletic, while the soft curves keep it friendly rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact at display sizes, combining a traditional serif foundation with flared, brush-informed terminals to suggest motion and immediacy. It prioritizes character and emphasis over neutrality, creating a distinctive silhouette that holds attention in branding and editorial display.
Uppercase forms are strong and compact, while the lowercase brings more calligraphic flavor through angled shoulders and fuller bowls. Numerals are similarly weighty and angled, designed to match the same forward-driving momentum in text settings.