Serif Flared Lyri 10 is a bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, book covers, branding, authoritative, dramatic, classic, formal, headline impact, brand voice, print presence, editorial hierarchy, display clarity, chiseled, wedge serifs, tapered terminals, compact counters, editorial texture.
The design is a high-contrast serif with pronounced modulation and flared stroke endings that create a sculpted, calligraphic rhythm. Counters are generally compact, and the overall texture is dense and weighty, especially in the capitals. Terminals and serifs often resolve into tapered, wedge-like shapes, giving the outlines a crisp, chiseled finish. Letter widths vary noticeably across the set, contributing to an energetic, display-oriented cadence in text.
It works especially well for magazine and newspaper-style headlines, book jackets, posters, and identity systems that want a classic yet assertive voice. It can also support short subheads, pull quotes, and packaging where dense, high-contrast typography adds premium emphasis. For longer passages, it is best reserved for display sizes where the sharp modulation and tight interior spaces remain clear.
This typeface projects a confident, editorial tone with a touch of theatrical drama. The sharp transitions and emphatic terminals feel authoritative and slightly vintage, lending a sense of gravitas that suits statements, headlines, and branding that wants to look established.
The letterforms appear designed to deliver strong impact at larger sizes, using intense contrast and flared endings to create a distinctive silhouette. The variable proportions and crisp, tapered details suggest an emphasis on personality and hierarchy rather than unobtrusive running text.
The lowercase shows lively width variation (notably in letters like a, e, and g), while the numerals share the same compact, high-impact construction. The overall spacing and heavy color create a strong typographic block, and the wedge-like finishing details are consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures.