Slab Contrasted Pigi 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shemekia' by Areatype, 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'MC Rufel' by Maulana Creative, 'Amasis' and 'Amasis eText' by Monotype, and 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, branding, confident, robust, retro, friendly, impactful, high impact, retro display, sturdy readability, warmth, blocky, bracketed, rounded, compact, hefty.
A heavy slab serif with broad, squared terminals and softly rounded corners. Strokes are thick and sturdy with only modest modulation, and the serifs read as large, rectangular slabs with subtle bracketing that smooths joins into stems. The uppercase has a compact, poster-like presence with large counters kept open for clarity, while the lowercase shows pronounced ball terminals and bulbous curves (notably in forms like a, g, e, and s) that add warmth. Overall spacing and rhythm feel steady and dense, with strong verticals and substantial horizontals that produce a solid, anchored texture in text.
Best suited for headlines and short passages where a strong typographic voice is needed—posters, packaging, and bold brand statements. It can also work for editorial display use (titles, pull quotes, section openers) where a dense, sturdy texture is desirable. For small body text, it will be most effective when given ample size and leading to keep the heavy forms from feeling crowded.
The tone is bold and self-assured, with a nostalgic, display-oriented character reminiscent of classic advertising and editorial headlines. Its chunky slabs and rounded details create a friendly approachability while still projecting authority and weight. The result feels energetic and attention-grabbing rather than delicate or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a readable, approachable slab-serif structure. It balances assertive weight and clear silhouettes with softened curves and rounded terminals to avoid harshness, aiming for a vintage-leaning display feel that remains legible and versatile for bold messaging.
The numerals and capitals carry a uniform, blocky construction that holds up well at large sizes, and the distinct slab terminals help letters remain recognizable in dense settings. The lowercase’s rounded terminals and generous curves soften the overall voice, making it feel less rigid than purely geometric slabs.