Slab Normal Yigy 2 is a very bold, wide, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FS Silas Slab' by Fontsmith, 'Foro Rounded' by Hoftype, 'Metronic Slab Pro' by Mostardesign, and 'Typewriter' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, editorial, robust, assertive, retro, industrial, impact, readability, authority, heritage, slab serif, bracketed serifs, rounded corners, soft terminals, open counters.
This typeface is a heavy, forward-leaning slab serif with sturdy, bracketed serifs and softened joins that keep the mass from feeling brittle. Strokes are broadly even with mild modulation, and the forms run wide with generous interior space, producing open counters even at bold sizes. Curves and corners are noticeably rounded, and terminals often end in blunt, squared shapes that reinforce a solid, blocky rhythm. The overall texture is dense but controlled, with consistent letterfit and a strong baseline presence across caps, lowercase, and figures.
It suits short, high-impact settings such as headlines, poster typography, packaging panels, and brand marks that need a firm, memorable voice. In editorial layouts it can work well for titles, pull quotes, and section openers where a bold slab presence and italic momentum help establish hierarchy.
The tone is confident and emphatic, combining a practical, workmanlike build with a slightly nostalgic, display-friendly swagger. Its bold slabbiness reads as dependable and industrial, while the italic slant adds motion and a headline-driven energy.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, readable slab-serif voice with clear counters and a cohesive, softened geometry, balancing ruggedness with enough refinement for contemporary layout work.
The numerals and capitals carry substantial width and weight, helping short strings feel prominent and stable. Lowercase details (like the single-storey forms and stout stems) maintain clarity by keeping apertures open and avoiding overly tight notches.