Slab Contrasted Piro 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'FF Kievit Slab' by FontFont; 'Capita', 'Foro', and 'Foro Rounded' by Hoftype; 'Faraon' by Latinotype; and 'Kheops' by Tipo Pèpel (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, retro, chunky, playful, poster-like, friendly, attention grab, retro feel, approachable heft, headline impact, slabbed, rounded, soft-cornered, bouncy, compact.
A heavy, slab-serif display face with broad proportions and softly rounded corners that keep the mass feeling approachable rather than rigid. Strokes are sturdy with only modest modulation, and the serifs read as thick, blocky terminals that often flare slightly, creating a gently uneven, hand-cut rhythm. Curves are full and open, counters stay generous for the weight, and the overall silhouette has a subtle wobble that adds character in both caps and lowercase.
Best suited to headlines and short passages where its weight and slabbed terminals can do the work—posters, packaging fronts, editorial openers, and bold brand marks. It can handle larger blocks of display text when set with ample leading, but it reads strongest when given room to breathe.
The tone is bold and convivial, with a vintage, slightly whimsical flavor reminiscent of mid-century signage and headline typography. Its chunky slabs and buoyant rhythm make it feel confident and attention-seeking, but not aggressive.
The design appears intended to provide a high-impact slab-serif voice that combines sign-painter charm with robust, print-friendly shapes. It prioritizes recognizability and warmth at large sizes, delivering a distinctive, retro-leaning display texture.
Letterspacing in the samples appears comfortable for display use, and the wide set plus strong serifs create a pronounced horizontal presence. The numerals match the same stout, soft-edged construction, supporting cohesive headline systems.