Slab Contrasted Roso 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Equip Slab' and 'Shandon Slab' by Hoftype, 'Corporative Slab' by Latinotype, 'Weekly' by Los Andes, 'LFT Etica Sheriff' by TypeTogether, 'Paul Slab' and 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill, and 'Museo Slab Rounded' by exljbris (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, branding, signage, athletic, poster, friendly, retro, confident, impact, readability, retro flavor, sport branding, sturdiness, chunky, bracketed, blocky, rounded, sturdy.
A heavy, block-forward slab serif with broad proportions and a compact, even color on the page. Strokes are largely uniform, with only modest modulation, and the slabs read as thick, supportive terminals—often softly bracketed into the stems rather than sharply cut. Curves are generously rounded, counters stay open for the weight, and the overall construction feels sturdy and slightly softened rather than razor-crisp. Lowercase forms are robust and straightforward, with simple single-storey shapes and short, strong serifs that keep the rhythm steady in text and headlines.
This font is well suited to headlines, posters, labels, and branding systems that need a bold, friendly slab serif voice. It also works for signage and short bursts of copy where strong presence and legibility matter more than subtle typographic nuance.
The tone is bold and approachable, combining a no-nonsense, workmanlike presence with a playful, collegiate warmth. It suggests classic Americana display typography—confident, sporty, and attention-grabbing—without feeling aggressive.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact with a sturdy slab-serif structure, pairing wide, rounded forms with thick serifs for a grounded, vintage-leaning display feel. It prioritizes clarity and presence at larger sizes, aiming for a confident, approachable voice that reads quickly from a distance.
In the sample text, the dense weight and broad letterforms create strong impact and clear word shapes, especially at large sizes. The numerals and capitals appear designed for high visibility, with simple silhouettes and ample interior space to prevent clogging at display scale.