Serif Flared Idmi 11 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazine, quotes, subheads, literary, classical, elegant, poised, text italic, classic revival, calligraphic feel, editorial voice, flared, calligraphic, humanist, sharpened terminals, forward-leaning.
An italic serif with a steady, low-contrast stroke and noticeably flared stroke endings that read as softened wedge-like serifs rather than abrupt slabs. The forms are compact and slightly condensed, with a brisk rightward slant and a smooth, calligraphic rhythm. Curves are gently tapered, joins are clean, and terminals often finish with a subtle sharpness, giving counters a crisp, open feel. Capitals are relatively broad and stately compared to the tighter lowercase, while figures follow the same flowing, italic logic with consistent tapering and restrained modulation.
Well suited to editorial typography where an italic needs to carry longer phrases with a calm, consistent color—such as book and magazine text, introductions, pull quotes, and subheads. It can also work in refined brand applications where a classic, literary flavor is desired without heavy contrast or ornate detailing.
The overall tone is refined and bookish, balancing traditional typographic manners with a lively italic energy. It feels cultured and articulate rather than decorative, suggesting a voice suited to narrative, commentary, and considered branding.
The design appears intended as a readable, traditionally grounded italic that uses flared endings and gentle tapering to evoke calligraphic construction while maintaining an even, contemporary text rhythm.
The flared endings and controlled tapering create a continuous, brushed-pen impression without high contrast, keeping word shapes even and legible. Diagonal strokes (notably in letters like K, V, W, X) show confident, sharp entry/exit points that add snap to the texture without making it spiky.