Serif Flared Epbu 9 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, magazines, branding, posters, elegant, refined, classical, dramatic, display elegance, editorial clarity, premium branding, classical revival, contrast emphasis, bracketed, calligraphic, tapered, sharp, crisp.
This typeface presents a crisp, high-contrast serif construction with pronounced thick–thin modulation and tapered stroke endings that flare subtly into sharp, bracketed serifs. Curves are smooth and tightly controlled, while verticals feel firm and slightly sculpted, creating a rhythmic, calligraphic texture in text. Capitals are stately and compact with pointed apexes and finely cut terminals; lowercase forms keep a measured, readable structure with clear joins and a slightly narrowed, energetic stance. Numerals follow the same contrast-driven logic, with wedge-like serifs and decisive transitions between strokes.
It performs especially well for magazine and newspaper headlines, pull quotes, and display typography where contrast and refined detail can shine. It also fits luxury-leaning branding, packaging, and event materials that want a classic serif voice with extra edge. For longer passages, it will read best when set with comfortable leading and not-too-tight tracking.
The overall tone is polished and editorial, balancing classical formality with a touch of drama from the strong contrast and crisp terminals. It feels cultured and authoritative, suited to settings where sophistication and a premium voice are important.
The design appears intended to deliver a contemporary take on classic high-contrast serif letterforms, using tapered, flared terminals to add character and directionality while maintaining a disciplined, editorial structure. It prioritizes elegance and presence in display settings while keeping familiar proportions for readable text composition.
In the sample text, the alternating thick and hairline strokes produce a lively page color, especially in larger sizes, while the pointed terminals and flared endings give headlines a distinctive snap. The design favors clean, sharp rendering and benefits from breathing room in spacing to keep the fine strokes from visually crowding.