Serif Flared Afbu 7 is a bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, branding, posters, packaging, classic, dramatic, literary, refined, display impact, classical elegance, editorial voice, brand presence, engraved feel, bracketed, wedge serifs, sharp terminals, ball terminals, calligraphic.
A high-contrast serif with sturdy verticals and tapered hairlines, featuring wedge-like, flared endings and bracketed serifs that feel carved rather than slabbed. Capitals are tall and dignified with crisp joins and slightly calligraphic modulation, while the lowercase keeps a moderate x-height and lively rhythm through varied counters and energetic curves. Terminals often finish in sharp points or subtle bulb/ball details (notably in letters like a and y), and the numerals share the same engraved, display-oriented contrast and sculpted stroke transitions.
This font is well suited to headlines, magazine and book display typography, and brand wordmarks where strong contrast and sculpted serifs add presence. It can also work effectively on posters and packaging that benefit from a refined, high-impact serif with a traditional voice.
The overall tone is editorial and classic, with a dramatic, print-forward elegance that reads as traditional yet assertive. Its sharp serifs and pronounced contrast convey authority and sophistication, lending a literary, magazine-ready character to headlines and pull quotes.
The design appears intended as a display serif that combines classical proportions with flared, chiseled stroke endings to create a strong, elegant texture. Its contrast and terminal detailing prioritize personality and impact over neutrality, suggesting a focus on editorial and branding environments.
Spacing in the samples suggests a deliberate, display-centric color: dense black mass in thick strokes balanced by bright, clean interior counters. The design maintains consistent flare behavior across letters, giving the text a cohesive engraved feel even at large sizes.