Serif Flared Opje 3 is a very bold, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Civane' by insigne (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, sports, assertive, vintage, theatrical, editorial, sporty, impact, heritage, display, signage, confidence, flared, wedge serif, heavy, compact counters.
A heavy, high-impact serif with pronounced flared terminals and wedge-like serifs that broaden as strokes meet the baseline and cap line. The design shows strong contrast between thick main strokes and finer joins, with rounded bowls and brisk, sculpted curves that create a carved, poster-like feel. Proportions are generously wide with sturdy capitals and relatively compact internal counters, producing dense, dark word shapes. Curves (C, G, O, S) are smooth and full, while diagonals (K, V, W, X, Y) keep a firm, stable stance; numerals are similarly weighty and constructed to match the font’s bold rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and short bursts of copy where strong presence and distinctive serif shaping are assets. It can work well for branding and packaging that want a bold, heritage-leaning voice, and for sports or entertainment graphics that benefit from compact, powerful letterforms.
The overall tone is confident and attention-seeking, with a retro, showcard sensibility. It reads as bold and declarative rather than delicate, suggesting a classic Americana or marquee-style voice with a slightly playful, theatrical edge.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through weight, contrast, and flared serif detailing, creating a distinctive display voice that evokes traditional print and sign-lettering while staying clean and upright for modern layout use.
Stroke endings often taper into pointed, flaring wedges, giving the face a chiseled finish and reinforcing a strong horizontal emphasis. Spacing and forms are optimized for large sizes where the flared details and contrast can be clearly appreciated, while the dense counters can make long passages feel heavy at smaller sizes.