Slab Contrasted Pifa 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type, 'Marek Slab' by Rosario Nocera, 'Abiding' by Suomi, and 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, logos, signage, western, vintage, punchy, playful, confident, impact, nostalgia, display clarity, branding, bracketed, heavy serifs, blunt, robust, rounded.
A heavy, rounded slab-serif with broad proportions and compact counters. Strokes are sturdy with subtly sculpted, slightly bracketed slabs that read as blunt terminals rather than hairline serifs. The curves are full and soft (notably in bowls and numerals), while joins and corners stay firm, giving the face a stable, poster-ready rhythm. Spacing appears generous and the overall texture is dark and even, with clear separation between thick main strokes and chunky serif blocks.
This font is best suited to display settings where impact matters: posters, headlines, brand marks, packaging, and signage. It holds up well at larger sizes, where the chunky slabs and rounded curves can carry a distinct personality without relying on fine detail.
The tone feels bold and extroverted, with a nostalgic, showbill flavor that can read as Western or retro without becoming overly decorative. Its soft rounding keeps it friendly and approachable, while the heavy slabs add a confident, emphatic voice.
The design appears intended to deliver a loud, dependable slab-serif voice with a vintage show-type sensibility—optimized for bold messaging and high visibility while staying friendly through rounded forms.
Uppercase forms are especially blocky and monumental, while lowercase maintains strong presence through wide shapes and large internal spaces. Numerals are equally weighty and rounded, matching the typeface’s sturdy, display-oriented color.