Slab Contrasted Ulme 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ITC Bookman' by ITC and 'Bookman Old Style' and 'Bookman Old Style Paneuropean' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, mastheads, assertive, vintage, robust, friendly, editorial, impact, legibility, heritage, warmth, sturdiness, slab serif, bracketed, soft corners, ink-trap feel, ball terminals.
A heavy slab-serif design with broad proportions, sturdy stems, and clearly bracketed slabs that give the letterforms a carved, print-like solidity. Curves are generously rounded and several joins show slight notches and inward scoops that read like subtle ink-traps, helping counters stay open at display sizes. The rhythm is compact and weighty, with a gently uneven, humanist softness in the curvature rather than a rigid geometric construction. Numerals match the mass and presence of the capitals, with ample rounding and strong, stable bases.
Best suited to display typography where its weight and slab structure can do the work: headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, and bold editorial titling. It can also serve packaging and label systems that want a robust, heritage-leaning voice with strong shelf impact.
The font conveys a confident, old-school voice—bold and dependable with a touch of warmth. It feels rooted in traditional print and signage aesthetics, producing a hearty, attention-grabbing tone that remains approachable rather than austere.
This appears designed to deliver maximum presence with a classic slab-serif backbone, balancing rugged sturdiness with softened curves for readability and charm. The slightly scooped joins suggest an intention to preserve counter clarity and avoid filling-in when printed large and heavy.
In text settings the dark color builds quickly, so line spacing and tracking become important for comfortable reading. The combination of wide set and thick slabs gives headlines a strong horizontal momentum, while the rounded details keep it from feeling overly mechanical.