Serif Flared Bena 10 is a light, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, book covers, branding, elegant, classical, refined, poised, editorial prestige, luxury tone, display clarity, classical authority, didone-like, hairline serifs, bracketed joins, vertical stress, tight apertures.
This serif shows pronounced thick–thin modulation with crisp, hairline finishing and gently flared stroke endings, giving terminals a tapered, calligraphic snap rather than blunt slabs. Uppercase forms are tall and dignified with narrow internal counters and sharp, well-defined serifs; rounds show a clear vertical stress and controlled contrast. The lowercase keeps a moderate x-height with compact bowls and relatively tight apertures, while ascenders feel clean and vertical. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, mixing delicate hairlines with sturdier stems for a polished, display-forward texture.
Best suited to headlines, deck copy, pull quotes, and other display applications where its contrast and fine details can be appreciated. It can work for high-end editorial typography, book covers, and brand wordmarks—especially in fashion, arts, or luxury contexts—when set with sufficient size and comfortable spacing.
The overall tone is formal and refined, with an editorial polish that reads as luxurious and cultivated. Its contrast and sharp detailing suggest sophistication and ceremony, leaning toward fashion and cultural publishing rather than casual or utilitarian settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a modern-classical editorial voice: high contrast for drama, disciplined proportions for authority, and subtly flared terminals to add refinement and tactility. It prioritizes elegance and hierarchy, creating strong typographic presence without ornate decoration.
In text, the thin connecting strokes and hairline details create a shimmering rhythm and a distinctly “printed” feel; spacing appears measured and classical, supporting a composed, high-end impression. The flared endings add a subtle warmth that softens the severity typical of extreme contrast serifs without losing crispness.