Serif Flared Nomev 9 is a regular weight, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, packaging, luxury, formal, dramatic, classic, editorial impact, luxury branding, classic refinement, display elegance, hairline serifs, sharp terminals, calligraphic, bracketed, high-contrast.
A refined serif with pronounced thick–thin modulation and crisp, hairline detailing. Stems are sturdy and taper into delicate terminals, producing a flared, calligraphic impression without leaning into italics. Serifs are sharp and lightly bracketed, with pointed entry/exit strokes that give letters a sculpted, chiseled finish. Proportions feel classical and text-friendly, while capitals carry a stately presence and numerals follow the same high-contrast rhythm with elegant curves and fine joints.
Well suited to magazine headlines, pull quotes, and editorial typography where high contrast can shine. It also fits premium branding, packaging, and identity systems that need a classic serif with a more dramatic, display-leaning voice. For longer text, it will be most effective where printing or rendering preserves its fine details.
The overall tone is polished and dramatic, pairing traditional bookish authority with a fashion-forward sense of contrast. It reads as confident and upscale, suited to contexts where elegance and hierarchy are important.
Likely intended to deliver a contemporary take on classical, high-contrast serif typography—balancing readable proportions with striking hairlines and sharp finishing. The design emphasizes hierarchy and sophistication, making it effective for titles and brand-led typography.
In larger sizes the fine hairlines and sharp terminals become a defining feature, creating a sparkling texture and strong headline impact. The design maintains a consistent contrast pattern across rounds (C, O, Q) and diagonals (V, W, X), reinforcing a cohesive, editorial rhythm.