Serif Flared Jaruk 15 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
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This typeface is a sharply slanted serif with pronounced contrast between thick main strokes and hairline connections. Letterforms show flared, tapered stroke endings and small, bracketed serif cues that read as integrated into the stroke rather than appended. The rhythm is energetic and forward-leaning, with compact counters, crisp terminals, and a slightly calligraphic stress that gives curves and diagonals a sculpted, chiseled feel. Uppercase forms appear sturdy and display-oriented, while the lowercase maintains a moderate x-height with compact bowls and strong entry/exit strokes that reinforce the italic flow. Numerals follow the same high-contrast logic, with angled shapes and tapered terminals that keep the set visually cohesive in text and headline sizes.
Best suited for headlines, subheads, pull quotes, and cover lines where high contrast and a strong italic voice enhance hierarchy. It also fits premium branding, packaging, and campaign work that benefits from a dramatic, crafted serif with noticeable movement. For longer text, it performs most convincingly at comfortable sizes with ample spacing.
The overall tone is bold and emphatic, pairing classical serif cues with a fashion-forward, editorial swagger. The steep italic angle and high contrast create a sense of speed and drama, while the flared endings add a refined, crafted quality associated with premium branding and print design.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, high-impact italic serif for display typography, combining refined high-contrast construction with flared stroke endings to achieve both elegance and force. It aims to stand out in editorial and brand contexts while maintaining a coherent, classic serif foundation.
In the sample text, the dark color and tight internal spaces produce a dense texture that feels best when given generous tracking and leading. The italic emphasis is strong enough that long passages can feel assertive; it excels when used intentionally as a voice rather than a neutral workhorse.