Serif Flared Vivi 4 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, magazines, book titles, posters, branding, editorial, classical, formal, literary, refined, space saving, headline impact, classic authority, crisp elegance, condensed, flared ends, wedge serifs, tapered stems, crisp.
A condensed serif with sharp wedge-like terminals and subtly flared stroke endings. Stems are predominantly straight and upright with low contrast, giving an even, steady color in text while keeping a crisp, carved silhouette. The serifs are small but pointed, and many curves meet stems with a slightly pinched, tapered join that emphasizes verticality. Counters are compact and openings are relatively tight, producing a dense rhythm suited to narrow settings.
Well-suited to headlines, decks, and editorial typography where a tall, space-saving serif is useful. It can also work for book and film titles, posters, and brand wordmarks that want a traditional yet incisive presence, especially in narrow columns or tightly constrained layouts.
The overall tone feels classical and editorial, with a slightly engraved, old-style sharpness rather than soft, bookish warmth. Its narrow proportions and pointed terminals add a disciplined, formal voice that reads as traditional and authoritative.
The design appears intended to deliver a condensed, space-efficient serif voice with a crisp, slightly chiseled finish. Its flared terminals and disciplined vertical rhythm aim to combine classical credibility with strong headline impact.
Capitals are tall and slender with strong vertical emphasis, and the numerals follow the same narrow, tapered logic for a cohesive texture. Lowercase shapes keep clear differentiation (notably in forms like a, g, and y) while maintaining compact spacing behavior, which helps preserve clarity at larger display sizes and in tightly set lines.