Slab Contrasted Abzi 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, book covers, playful, retro, folksy, friendly, posterish, display impact, vintage flavor, handmade feel, approachability, chunky, rounded, bracketed, bouncy, softened.
A chunky slab-serif with heavily braced, wedge-like serifs and softened corners that give the outlines a slightly carved, stamped feel. Strokes are generally sturdy and even, with gentle modulation and a lively, irregular rhythm created by subtly wavy baselines and varied stroke terminals. Counters are open and round, joins are robust, and several glyphs show intentionally quirky shaping—especially in curves and diagonals—resulting in a warm, hand-influenced texture while remaining clearly structured.
Well-suited for posters, headlines, packaging, and brand marks that want a friendly vintage voice. It also works for book covers, pull quotes, and event materials where strong presence and character matter more than neutral text performance.
The overall tone is upbeat and nostalgic, evoking handmade signage and mid-century display lettering. Its bouncy stance and friendly heft make it feel approachable and a bit whimsical, more celebratory than formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a strong, memorable display texture by combining sturdy slab structure with a deliberately lively, hand-crafted rhythm. It prioritizes personality and punch, aiming to feel classic yet informal for attention-forward typography.
The face reads best at display sizes where the distinctive slab feet, braced serifs, and uneven bounce become clear design features rather than noise. Numerals are bold and attention-grabbing, suited to titling and short bursts of information.