Serif Flared Tegy 2 is a regular weight, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate Gothic' by Linotype, 'Copperplate SB' and 'Copperplate SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'FM Bolyar Pro' by The Fontmaker, and 'Copperplate Gothic' by Tilde (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book text, branding, packaging, classic, dignified, bookish, formal, readability, tradition, authority, warmth, editorial voice, bracketed, flared, calligraphic, sculpted, robust.
A robust serif with flared stroke endings and gently bracketed serifs that give the letterforms a sculpted, slightly calligraphic feel. Proportions run on the broad side with generous counters and a steady, low-contrast stroke model that keeps forms calm and legible. Curves are full and round (notably in C, O, Q, and the bowls of B/P/R), while joins and terminals show subtle tapering that adds warmth without becoming ornate. The lowercase is compact and sturdy, with clear differentiation between similar shapes and sturdy numerals that sit confidently on the baseline.
This font is well suited to magazine and newspaper-style typography, book interiors, and display use where a classic serif voice is desired. It can also serve branding and packaging that benefit from a traditional, established tone, especially when set at medium to large sizes.
The overall tone is traditional and authoritative, with an editorial polish that feels at home in established institutions and print-centric design. Its flared detailing adds a touch of humanistic warmth, balancing formality with approachability.
The design appears intended to provide a dependable, classical serif foundation with added character through flared terminals and softly bracketed serifs. It prioritizes steady readability while offering enough sculptural detail to carry headings and featured text with authority.
In text, the rhythm reads even and unhurried, with noticeable presence at larger sizes where the flaring and serif shaping become more expressive. The numerals and capitals feel particularly suited to emphatic settings like headings, pull quotes, and titling where the broad stance can contribute to a confident voice.