Serif Flared Edma 14 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
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A compact serif with flared, tapered strokes and wedge-like terminals that broaden into serifed endings. The letters show a gently irregular, hand-cut rhythm: stems subtly swell and pinch, curves are slightly asymmetric, and joins have a lively, carved feel rather than strict geometric precision. Counters are relatively tight, apertures are modest, and the overall texture reads dark and dense, with crisp edges and controlled contrast. Proportions are narrow and vertical, while character widths vary enough to keep word shapes animated and distinct.
Best suited to display settings where its dark texture and characterful serifs can be appreciated—headlines, titles, posters, packaging, and book covers. It can also work for short bursts of text such as pull quotes or section headers, but its dense rhythm and stylized detailing are most effective at larger sizes.
The tone is theatrical and whimsical, suggesting folklore, vintage print, or hand-lettered signage. Its lively terminals and slightly uneven cadence give it a human, crafted personality that feels expressive without becoming chaotic.
The design appears intended to blend traditional serif structure with a more expressive, hand-influenced flare, creating strong word shapes and a distinctive voice for attention-grabbing typography. It prioritizes personality and historical/folkloric flavor over strict neutrality.
Uppercase forms lean toward tall, banner-like silhouettes with pronounced flaring at the ends, while the lowercase maintains a compact body with distinctive, sometimes quirky details (notably in curved letters and diagonals). Numerals follow the same tapered, serifed language and keep a decorative, display-friendly color on the page.