Slab Contrasted Urhi 2 is a bold, wide, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Clarendon BT' by Bitstream, 'Pulpo' by Floodfonts, 'Clarendon' by Linotype, 'Clarendon SB' and 'Clarendon SH' by Scangraphic Digital Type Collection, 'Clarendon' by Tilde, and 'Clarendon' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, editorial, posters, packaging, branding, confident, vintage, friendly, sturdy, display impact, print authority, heritage tone, high legibility, bracketed, robust, compact serifs, ink-trap feel, soft terminals.
A robust serif design with slab-like, bracketed serifs and a clearly defined, moderate stroke contrast. The letterforms are broad and open, with generous counters and a steady, even rhythm across the alphabet. Curves tend to be full and slightly squarish in places, while joins and inner corners show a subtly carved, ink-trap-like shaping that adds texture at larger sizes. Lowercase forms read clearly with a straightforward, workmanlike structure; numerals are sturdy and rounded, with the 2 and 3 showing prominent ball terminals.
Well-suited to headlines and subheads where strong typographic color and sturdy serifs are desired, especially in editorial layouts and posters. It can also work effectively in branding and packaging that aim for a heritage or craft-leaning voice, and for pull quotes or short blocks of emphasis text where its texture can shine.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, blending a newsroom/editorial seriousness with a warm, approachable presence. Its chunky serifs and slightly sculpted details evoke classic print typography while still feeling energetic and contemporary enough for punchy display use.
The design appears intended to provide a bold, readable serif with classic slab authority and enough sculpted terminal detail to stand out in display settings. It prioritizes strong presence, clear word shapes, and a recognizable, print-rooted character.
Capitals are prominent and authoritative, with wide proportions that help short headlines feel expansive. The italic is not shown; all samples appear roman. The design’s detailing at terminals (notably in g, j, y, and the 2/3) contributes a distinctive, slightly playful finish without sacrificing legibility.