Outline Egsa 2 is a bold, very narrow, high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, branding, packaging, signage, playful, retro, circus, comic, lively, attention grabbing, dimensional effect, vintage poster, playful tone, headline display, inline shadow, hand-drawn, condensed, tall, bouncy.
A condensed, tall display face built from an outlined contour with a secondary, offset inline/shadow that creates a two-layer look. Strokes are largely monoline in outline but the inner offset varies to suggest depth and a slightly irregular, hand-cut feel. Curves are rounded and bulbous, counters are generous, and terminals often end in squared or subtly flared shapes. The overall rhythm is energetic, with small inconsistencies in curvature and alignment that read as intentionally whimsical rather than mechanical.
Best suited for short, prominent text where the outlined-and-offset detailing can be appreciated—posters, event titles, playful branding, packaging callouts, and signage. It will be most effective at moderate-to-large sizes where the inner offset and tight corners remain clear.
The style feels theatrical and attention-seeking, evoking vintage poster lettering, carnival signage, and comic title work. The offset interior contour adds a punchy, dimensional snap that keeps the texture lively and slightly mischievous.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, vintage-inspired display presence using an outline plus offset inline to simulate shadow and depth. The slightly uneven, hand-made geometry suggests a goal of personality and motion over strict typographic neutrality.
Spacing appears fairly tight for a display design, helping the tall, narrow silhouettes pack into headlines. Numerals and capitals carry the same dimensional offset treatment, maintaining a consistent, poster-like voice across the set.