Slab Contrasted Roza 2 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logotypes, packaging, signage, western, display, retro, rugged, playful, attention, vintage feel, branding, impact, character, bracketed, chunky, compact, rounded, ink-trap-like.
A very heavy slab-serif with compact proportions, blocky forms, and strongly bracketed serifs that read as sculpted rather than flat. Strokes show noticeable modulation: broad stems and bowls are paired with narrow joins and small, notch-like counters that create a slightly cut-in, ink-trap-like texture. Curves are full and rounded, but terminals and serifs are squared off, producing a sturdy, poster-ready silhouette. Overall spacing and rhythm feel tight and assertive, with uneven interior apertures that add character and a mildly hand-cut finish.
Best used for headlines, posters, signage, and short bursts of copy where impact matters more than quiet readability. It also suits branding elements like logotypes, badges, and packaging fronts that benefit from a vintage or Western-leaning tone. At smaller sizes or in long paragraphs, the tight counters and heavy slabs can become visually dense, so generous size and spacing help.
The font conveys a classic, old-time display energy with a bold, confident voice. Its chunky slabs and carved details evoke Western and vintage print cues, while the rounded bowls keep it friendly rather than severe. The result feels rugged, attention-grabbing, and a bit playful—well suited to bold statements and headline-driven design.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum presence with a nostalgic slab-serif personality, combining sturdy, squared serifs with rounded body shapes and carved-in details for a distinctive display texture. It prioritizes bold recognition and thematic flavor over neutrality, aiming to feel like confident, traditional print lettering.
In text settings, the dense color and prominent serifs create strong word shapes and a distinctive texture, but the small internal notches and tight counters make it feel more decorative than neutral. Numerals match the same stout, sculpted style, maintaining consistent weight and presence alongside uppercase and lowercase.