Serif Flared Nomab 5 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, branding, refined, dramatic, classic, fashion-forward, editorial impact, luxury tone, classical revival, display clarity, high-contrast, flared terminals, bracketed serifs, sharp joins, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with crisp hairlines and weighty verticals, showing clear modulation throughout rounds and diagonals. Stems often widen into subtly flared stroke endings, and the serifs are neatly bracketed rather than blocky, giving the letterforms a sculpted, chiseled finish. Proportions lean toward compact, stately capitals with generous curves in bowls and a lively rhythm in the lowercase; counters stay open despite the thin connecting strokes. The overall drawing is clean and upright, with sharp apexes and tapered joins that keep the texture elegant at display sizes.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, pull quotes, magazine titles, and book-cover titling where its contrast and fine details can be appreciated. It can also support refined branding applications—logos, packaging, and event identities—especially in contexts aiming for a classic-yet-contemporary editorial voice.
The font reads as polished and authoritative, with a dramatic, editorial energy typical of luxury and cultural publishing. Its contrast and flared details add a sense of craft and formality, suggesting sophistication without feeling overly ornate.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classical high-contrast serifs, emphasizing dramatic stroke modulation and flared finishing to create a striking, upscale texture in larger sizes. It aims to balance elegance and clarity with a distinctive, sculptural terminal treatment.
In the samples, the strongest impression comes from the tension between very thin hairlines and robust main strokes, which creates sparkle and a slightly theatrical cadence in headlines. Rounded letters show smooth, controlled curves, while diagonals and terminals end in crisp, tapered points that contribute to a confident, premium look.