Serif Flared Vafi 2 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, book text, magazines, branding, invitations, elegant, literary, refined, classic, calm, readability, classic tone, graceful texture, editorial utility, flared, calligraphic, bracketed, open counters, high apertures.
A light, flared serif with gently swelling stems and soft, bracketed terminals that read as subtly calligraphic rather than mechanically sharp. Curves are smooth and generously rounded, with open counters in letters like C, G, O, and e, and tapered joins that keep the texture airy at text sizes. Uppercase proportions feel balanced and slightly wide, while the lowercase shows a clean, readable rhythm with simple, uncluttered forms and modest stroke modulation. Numerals are lining-style in appearance, with round bowls and tapered ends that match the letterforms.
Well-suited to editorial typography such as books, long-form articles, and magazine layouts where an elegant serif texture is desired without heaviness. It can also serve effectively in refined branding, cultural communications, and invitation-style materials that benefit from a tasteful, understated classicism.
The overall tone is poised and bookish, combining a classical sensibility with a light, contemporary delicacy. Its softened flare and measured contrast give it a calm, cultivated voice suited to editorial and institutional settings.
The design appears intended to deliver a readable serif with a subtle flared, calligraphic character—prioritizing graceful rhythm and a polished page color over sharp, high-contrast display drama.
The sample text shows even spacing and a steady baseline, with smooth transitions through curves and diagonals (notably in V, W, and y) that avoid harsh angles. The flared endings are consistent across caps, lowercase, and figures, giving the font a cohesive, gently sculpted silhouette.