Slab Rounded Nybo 2 is a regular weight, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, packaging, posters, branding, labels, typewriter, retro, friendly, approachable, workmanlike, legibility, utility, nostalgia, warmth, rounded slabs, soft serifs, compact, vertical stress, open counters.
A compact, monoline serif with softly bracketed slab-like feet and gently rounded stroke endings. The design keeps a steady rhythm with straight, vertical stems and simple, geometric bowls, while corners and joins are slightly softened to avoid harshness. Proportions are relatively narrow, with tall ascenders/descenders and clean, open counters that preserve clarity in dense settings. Numerals follow the same sturdy, no-nonsense structure, matching the letterforms with consistent stroke weight and rounded terminals.
It works well for editorial text, captions, and short paragraphs where a compact serif can add character without becoming decorative. The sturdy shapes also suit packaging, labeling, signage, and posters that want a retro or typewritten flavor with dependable readability.
The overall tone feels typewriter-adjacent and practical, but with a warmer, friendlier edge thanks to the rounded serifs and softened terminals. It reads as vintage and utilitarian rather than formal, suggesting everyday documents, labeling, and straightforward messaging.
The font appears designed to deliver a utilitarian serif voice with a softened, approachable finish—combining typewriter-like sturdiness with rounded details for comfortable reading and distinctive texture.
Letterforms emphasize simplicity and legibility over high contrast or calligraphic detail, giving the face a durable, engineered feel. The consistent stroke weight and restrained detailing help maintain even texture across words and lines.