Shadow Ifta 2 is a light, normal width, very high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, signage, playful, retro, cartoon, punchy, cheerful, add depth, grab attention, retro display, friendly tone, graphic branding, outlined, inline, drop shadow, rounded, bold look.
A rounded, geometric sans with open counters and a clean outline construction that leaves the interiors largely hollow. Each glyph is paired with a consistent offset shadow element that reads like a second contour, creating a crisp dimensional effect while keeping the main strokes light. Terminals are softened and corners are broadly rounded, with simple, single-storey lowercase forms and uniform, poster-friendly proportions. Numerals and capitals maintain a steady rhythm and spacing, emphasizing clarity and a graphic, sign-like silhouette.
Best suited to headlines, posters, and branding where a dimensional, attention-grabbing voice is desired. It can work well for packaging, event graphics, and signage—especially when used large, with simple color palettes that let the outline and shadow structure stay crisp.
The combination of airy outlines and a firm offset shadow gives the face a buoyant, upbeat presence with a retro display flavor. It feels friendly and approachable rather than formal, with a toy-like, comic sensibility that reads instantly at larger sizes.
The design appears intended to deliver instant display impact through a lightweight outline paired with a built-in shadow, producing depth without heavy fills. The rounded geometry and simplified shapes suggest an emphasis on friendliness and quick recognition in bold, graphic layouts.
The shadow offset is strong enough to function as a built-in emphasis, so the type tends to “pop” even without additional effects. Because the letterforms are primarily contour-based, it benefits from ample size and contrasty backgrounds to preserve the hollow details.