Serif Flared Tolo 3 is a bold, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Copperplate Gothic' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, branding, book covers, stately, classic, confident, formal, impact, heritage, display clarity, warm authority, flared serifs, bracketed serifs, soft joins, rounded terminals, ink-trap hint.
A weighty serif with pronounced, softly bracketed flares at stroke ends and a sturdy, low-contrast construction. Curves are broad and full, with gently scooped joins and subtle notches where bowls meet stems, giving an ink-trap-like crispness without becoming sharp. The capitals are wide and stable, with ample internal counters; the lowercase keeps a steady x-height and open forms, with single-storey shapes in letters like a and g. Numerals are robust and headline-oriented, with rounded bowls and flared feet that echo the letterforms.
Best suited to display typography where its wide stance and flared serif detailing can be appreciated—magazine headlines, posters, packaging, and branding marks. It also fits book-cover titling and section openers where a classic, authoritative voice is desired.
The overall tone feels authoritative and traditional, with a slightly theatrical, old-style warmth from the swelling terminals and soft bracketing. Its heavy color and expansive shapes read as confident and attention-getting, lending a sense of heritage and gravitas while staying approachable rather than severe.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, traditional serif presence with flared terminals that add character and a crafted, engraved-like finish. Its wide, steady proportions prioritize impact and readability in short-to-medium text settings, especially at larger sizes.
The rhythm is driven by broad horizontals and generous curves, producing strong word shapes in display settings. The flared endings create a distinctive sparkle at large sizes, while the tight, sculpted joins keep counters from clogging visually.