Serif Flared Afza 11 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, branding, posters, fashion, dramatic, refined, confident, display focus, luxury feel, editorial impact, modern classic, flared terminals, wedge serifs, sharp apexes, sculpted curves, crisp joins.
A high-contrast serif with sculpted, flaring stroke endings and wedge-like serifs that feel carved rather than bracketed. Vertical strokes read as strong and stable, while hairlines taper to sharp points, giving the letterforms a crisp, chiseled rhythm. Capitals are wide and display-oriented with pronounced internal contrast and deep curves; the lowercase shows more calligraphic modulation, with tight apertures and distinctive, angular terminals. Numerals follow the same sharp, flared logic, with elegant curves and pointed transitions that keep the set visually cohesive.
Best suited to display typography where contrast and sharp detail can be appreciated—magazine covers, editorial headlines, luxury branding, and poster titles. It can also work for short pull quotes or section openers when set with comfortable tracking and generous line spacing.
The overall tone is luxurious and assertive, pairing classic serif sophistication with a more fashion-forward, high-drama edge. It feels polished and formal, with an intentional sharpness that adds tension and energy in headlines.
Likely designed as a contemporary display serif that channels classic high-contrast forms while emphasizing flared, wedge-like endings for a more sculptural, modern presence. The intent appears to be maximum elegance and impact in larger text, with a distinctive silhouette across both uppercase and lowercase.
The design relies on thin connecting strokes and pointed terminals that create a striking sparkle at larger sizes. Curves in letters like C, G, S, and O are carefully tensioned, and the terminals often resolve into angled cuts that reinforce the flared, engraved impression.