Serif Flared Povy 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Dexa Pro' by Artegra, 'Copperplate New' by Caron twice, 'OL Signpainter Titling' by Dennis Ortiz-Lopez, 'ED Colusa' by Emyself Design, 'Muller' and 'Muller Next' by Fontfabric, and 'Hoektand' by Frantic Disorder (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports branding, confident, vintage, editorial, collegiate, bold, display impact, classic authority, warmth, high legibility, flared terminals, bracketed serifs, soft corners, bulky forms, rounded counters.
A very heavy serif with flared terminals and subtly bracketed serifs that read as sculpted rather than sharp. Strokes are broad with softly rounded joins and corners, giving the letters a dense, compact silhouette and a steady rhythm in text. The proportions lean wide and sturdy, with generous counters in rounds like O, Q, and 8, and strong horizontal elements in E, F, and T. Lowercase forms are robust and upright, with a sturdy, two-storey a and a deep, descending g; overall texture is dark and even, prioritizing presence over delicacy.
Best suited to headlines, short passages, and title settings where strong typographic weight is desirable. It performs well for posters, packaging, signage, and brand marks that need a classic-but-bold voice, and it can also support sports or collegiate-themed identities when used at larger sizes.
The font conveys a confident, old-school tone—part collegiate and part traditional editorial—while its rounded heaviness keeps it approachable rather than austere. It feels assertive and attention-grabbing, with a slightly nostalgic, poster-like character.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a traditional serif voice, using flared terminals and softened detailing to stay friendly and readable at display sizes. It aims for a dark, steady text color and strong silhouettes that hold up in bold, high-contrast applications.
Numerals are bold and high-impact, with simple, legible shapes suited to display sizes. The overall style emphasizes chunky massing and stable geometry, and the flared endings add warmth and craft without becoming ornate.