Slab Contrasted Midu 2 is a regular weight, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, book covers, signage, vintage, playful, quirky, bookish, western, distinctive display, vintage revival, whimsical texture, poster impact, bracketed serifs, bulb terminals, soft curves, wide caps, sturdy.
A high-contrast serif with sturdy, slab-like bracketed serifs and rounded, softened joins that keep the overall texture friendly rather than sharp. Stems tend to be robust while curves and horizontals thin noticeably, creating a lively rhythm across words. Many letters show bulbous terminals and flared feet, with slightly irregular, vintage-inspired contours that read as intentionally characterful. Proportions lean roomy in the caps with generous bowls (C, O, Q), while lowercase forms stay compact and readable with a moderate x-height and pronounced ascenders/descenders.
Best suited to headlines, posters, packaging, and book-cover typography where its distinctive serifs and contrast can be appreciated. It can also work for short editorial blurbs, pull quotes, and signage-style copy, especially in designs aiming for a vintage or handcrafted print feel.
The tone feels nostalgic and a bit theatrical—like old print ephemera, circus posters, or Western-influenced signage—while still remaining approachable. Its quirky terminals and bouncy contrast add personality, making the text feel animated and story-like rather than strictly formal.
The design appears intended to blend slab-serif sturdiness with old-style, decorative detailing—using contrast, bracketed slabs, and rounded terminals to create a confident display face with a nostalgic, slightly whimsical voice.
In the sample text, the strong serifs and contrast create a dark, textured line that holds together well at display sizes, but the busy terminal details can build density in long passages. Numerals match the same curvy, high-contrast construction, keeping headings and callouts stylistically consistent.