Serif Flared Mede 3 is a very bold, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazine, posters, branding, dramatic, luxury, modern classic, fashion, impact, elegance, editorial voice, brand prestige, dramatic contrast, wedge serif, sharp terminals, sculpted, crisp, high-contrast.
This typeface features sculpted, high-contrast letterforms with wedge-like serif and terminal treatments that read as flared into sharp, tapered endings. Strokes move from thick verticals to hairline-like joins, creating a crisp, carved rhythm across the alphabet. The caps are sturdy and imposing with slightly variable internal proportions from letter to letter, while the lowercase maintains a clear, readable structure with compact joins and strong, teardrop-like or triangular finials. Numerals echo the same cut, faceted logic, with bold bowls and fine, pointed transitions that emphasize a chiseled silhouette.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, magazine titles, pull quotes, posters, and brand marks where its sculpted contrast and sharp terminals can read clearly. It can also work for short blocks of editorial text at generous sizes and spacing, especially in high-end or cultural contexts.
Overall tone is assertive and editorial, combining luxury polish with a slightly severe, dramatic edge. The sharp, flared endings and stark contrast give it a fashion-forward, headline-first presence that feels curated and premium rather than casual.
The type appears designed to deliver maximum impact through contrast and flared, wedge-like endings—evoking engraved or cut forms while remaining clean and contemporary. Its proportions and finishing details prioritize a bold, stylish voice for attention-grabbing typography.
The design relies on clean, decisive shapes and pointed terminals, so counters and joins create striking black/white patterning at display sizes. The strong contrast and angular finishing details produce a distinctive texture that can feel intense when tightly set or used in long passages.