Slab Rounded Riva 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Slab' by Artegra, 'Bunday Slab' by Buntype, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'ITC Officina Serif' by ITC, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, and 'Palo Slab' by TypeUnion (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, logos, signage, friendly, retro, sturdy, approachable, informal, softened slab, display impact, brand warmth, readable weight, rounded serifs, soft corners, blocky, bracketed, compact joins.
A heavy, slab-serif design with rounded, softened terminals and consistently low stroke contrast. Serifs are short and blocky with smooth, slightly bracketed transitions, giving the shapes a cushioned, sturdy feel rather than a sharp, chiseled one. Counters are relatively open for the weight, with compact internal joins and a steady, even rhythm across upper- and lowercase. The lowercase shows a single-storey a and g, and figures are similarly robust with simple, readable silhouettes.
This style performs best in display settings such as headlines, posters, packaging, and bold brand marks where its chunky slabs and rounded finish can read clearly and carry personality. It can also work for short text blocks, pull quotes, and signage where a strong, friendly emphasis is desired.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, pairing a workmanlike sturdiness with a playful softness. Its rounded slabs and chunky proportions evoke a lightly vintage, poster-friendly character that feels confident without becoming severe.
The design appears intended to deliver a high-impact slab-serif voice with a softened, rounded finish—combining sturdy, print-like authority with an inviting, informal edge for contemporary display typography.
At text sizes the dark color is pronounced, so spacing and counter shapes do much of the legibility work. The softened corners and rounded slab treatment keep dense lines from feeling overly harsh, while still maintaining a strong typographic presence.