Slab Contrasted Vuhe 2 is a very bold, normal width, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Askan Slim' by Hoftype, 'ITC Cheltenham' by ITC, 'PF DIN Serif' by Parachute, and 'Cheltenham Pro' by SoftMaker (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, branding, packaging, mastheads, assertive, vintage, editorial, rugged, authoritative, impact, heritage, headline, authority, display character, blocky, bracketed, ink-trap-like, sculpted, compact.
A dense, heavy serif with slab-like, bracketed terminals and a distinctly sculpted silhouette. Stems are thick and vertical, with noticeable contrast where curves and joins thin out against broad slabs, giving counters and bowls a carved, inked feel. Corners tend to be firm rather than rounded, while inner joins show small notches and cut-ins that sharpen the rhythm and improve separation at tight points. Proportions are compact and sturdy, with large, confident capitals and sturdy numerals that maintain strong presence in display sizes.
Best suited to display typography such as headlines, posters, mastheads, and bold branding where its slabbed structure and contrast can carry a strong message. It also works well for packaging and labels that benefit from a vintage, authoritative voice and high-impact letterforms.
The overall tone is bold and declarative, evoking classic headline typography with a slightly rugged, poster-era confidence. Its chunky slabs and sculpted details read as traditional and authoritative, with a hint of old-print character that feels energetic rather than delicate.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through heavy slabs, pronounced contrast, and sculpted detailing that keeps letterforms distinct at large sizes. Its overall construction suggests a headline-first purpose: to feel classic, sturdy, and attention-grabbing while retaining typographic character beyond a simple geometric slab.
The face shows a consistent emphasis on strong horizontals and weighty terminals, creating a pronounced baseline presence and a tight, punchy texture in lines of text. The sculpted notches at joins and the generous weight make it particularly impactful when set large, while the pronounced forms can become visually busy in long passages at smaller sizes.