Slab Monoline Pemo 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, book covers, branding, retro, friendly, folksy, playful, bookish, retro print, approachable slab, hand-finished texture, headline clarity, soft slabs, rounded corners, inked, irregularity, lively rhythm.
A sturdy serif design with pronounced, slab-like terminals and largely monoline strokes. Corners are noticeably rounded and slightly blunted, giving the contours a softened, stamped or inked edge. Curves are generous and open, while joins and serifs show small, deliberate irregularities that create a lively texture across words. Proportions feel compact and readable, with straightforward, upright construction and clear differentiation between characters and numerals.
Well-suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and branding that benefit from a vintage or handmade print sensibility. It can also work for short-form editorial applications such as pull quotes, chapter openers, or book covers where a friendly slab serif voice is desired.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, blending a retro, printed feel with a casual, hand-finished charm. Its soft slabs and subtly quirky shapes suggest something human and slightly whimsical rather than strictly formal or corporate.
The design appears intended to combine the reliability and clarity of a slab-serif structure with softened, slightly irregular detailing to evoke letterpress or stamped printing. It aims for an expressive, personable reading experience while keeping letterforms straightforward and robust.
The face maintains consistent stroke thickness and sturdy serifs, helping it hold up well at display and larger text sizes. The small variations in terminal shapes and curve tension add personality without sacrificing legibility, especially in headings and short passages.