Serif Flared Upnov 7 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Brewery No 2' and 'Brewery No 2 Paneuropean' by Linotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book covers, magazines, pull quotes, branding, literary, refined, warm, traditional, expressive italic, classic elegance, editorial emphasis, crafted tone, flared, calligraphic, bracketed, angular, crisp.
A flared serif italic with a calligraphic, slightly angular construction and clear stroke modulation. Vertical strokes taper into small, wedge-like serif terminals, while joins and curves show smooth, controlled transitions rather than sharp pen-cut breaks. Capitals feel stately and open, with rounded bowls and restrained detailing; the italic slant is consistent and gives forms a forward rhythm. Lowercase shows compact, readable shapes with a single-storey “a” and “g,” a gently earless “e,” and lively diagonals in letters like “k,” “v,” and “w.” Figures are similarly italic and fluid, with open counters and tapered ends that keep the texture light and articulate.
Well-suited for editorial settings where an italic voice is needed—magazine features, book and journal typography, pull quotes, and refined headlines. The distinctive flared endings and steady rhythm also make it a strong choice for branding and packaging that aims for a classic, crafted impression.
The overall tone is classical and literary, suggesting bookish sophistication with a warm, human touch. Its italic energy reads as expressive and elegant rather than formal or austere, making it feel appropriate for cultured, narrative-driven typography.
Designed to deliver an italic that feels traditionally rooted but visually distinctive through flared, wedge-like terminals and controlled contrast. The intention appears to balance readability with a cultivated, expressive texture appropriate for display and editorial emphasis.
Spacing appears even and text color stays coherent across mixed-case sample lines, with a noticeable emphasis on diagonal stress and tapered stroke endings that add motion. The flared terminals help maintain clarity at display sizes while keeping the silhouette distinctive.