Serif Flared Ekgub 3 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, magazine design, branding, classic, literary, refined, formal, refinement, tradition, authority, display clarity, editorial tone, bracketed, crisp, calligraphic, sharp, sculpted.
A high-contrast serif with crisp, tapered terminals and subtly flared stroke endings that give the letterforms a sculpted, engraved feel. Serifs are bracketed and sharply cut, with thin hairlines and stronger main strokes producing a clear vertical stress. Uppercase proportions are classical and steady, while the lowercase shows a traditional rhythm with compact bowls, a two-storey “a,” and a single-storey “g” featuring a prominent ear. Numerals are lining with pronounced contrast and refined curves, matching the text’s polished cadence.
Well suited to editorial typography—headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and refined text settings where contrast and detail can be appreciated. It also fits premium branding and packaging that benefits from a classic serif voice, as well as book covers and cultural/institutional materials seeking an established, literary tone.
The overall tone is traditional and cultivated, leaning toward bookish elegance rather than utilitarian neutrality. Its sharp details and bright contrast read as authoritative and composed, with a slightly ceremonial, old-world flavor that suits formal settings.
The design appears aimed at a contemporary interpretation of classical serif letterforms, emphasizing contrast, sharp finishing, and flared terminals to deliver a refined, authoritative reading voice with strong display presence.
Fine joins and pointed details in letters like “v,” “w,” and “y” create a crisp texture, while round forms like “o” and “c” stay smooth and controlled. The type’s contrast and thin hairlines suggest it will look most confident when given enough size or print/display conditions that preserve its delicate details.