Slab Normal Opwe 2 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Shemekia' by Areatype, 'Codename FX' by Differentialtype, 'Ciutadella Slab' by Emtype Foundry, 'FF DIN Slab' by FontFont, 'Orgon Slab' by Hoftype, and 'DIN Next Slab' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logos, sturdy, friendly, retro, confident, down-to-earth, impact, reliability, legibility, traditional, blocky, chunky, bracketed, rounded, compact.
A heavy, blocky slab serif with broad proportions and softly rounded corners throughout. Strokes are thick and largely even, with squared, bracketed slab serifs that create a solid, anchored silhouette. Counters are moderately open but visually tightened by the weight, while joins and terminals show gentle rounding that keeps the texture from feeling harsh. The rhythm is steady and consistent in text, producing dense, high-impact lines suited to short settings.
This font performs best in headlines, short paragraphs, and display settings where weight and presence are assets—posters, signage, labels, and packaging. It can also work for logo wordmarks and brand lockups that need a sturdy, friendly voice. For body text, it’s most comfortable at larger sizes with ample tracking and leading to counteract the dense color.
The overall tone is bold and approachable, with a nostalgic, poster-like presence. Its chunky slabs and rounded details evoke traditional printed ephemera—workwear labels, old signage, and advertising—without becoming ornamental. The result feels dependable and plainspoken, projecting confidence and practicality.
The design appears intended as a straightforward, high-impact slab serif that prioritizes durability and clarity over fine detail. Its rounded corners and consistent construction suggest a goal of making a bold workhorse face that feels welcoming and traditional in print-oriented contexts.
In all-caps the letterforms read especially strong and stable, with a clear baseline and firm serif support. The numerals match the letter weight and share the same rounded, slab-ended construction, keeping headings and set figures visually unified. In longer sample text, the dense color can build quickly, favoring larger sizes and generous spacing for best clarity.