Slab Contrasted Ably 2 is a bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'APN Ggantija' by Alphabets Patrick Nell, 'Irpin Type' by Aronetiv, 'Equip Slab' by Hoftype, 'Brignell Slab' by IB TYPE Inc., and 'Emy Slab' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, editorial, book covers, sturdy, heritage, confident, friendly, impact, readability, classic tone, brand voice, print feel, slab serifs, bracketed, soft corners, round terminals, large counters.
A robust serif with prominent slab-like feet and subtly bracketed joins that soften the transitions into stems. Strokes are generally even and weighty, with gentle modulation that shows most clearly in rounded letters and the heavier horizontals. Proportions are generous with broad uppercase forms, open counters, and rounded bowls; lowercase shapes feel steady and readable with ball-like terminals on details such as the a and j. Numerals are heavy and compact, with a clearly rounded 3 and 9 and a straightforward, sturdy 1.
This font is well suited to headlines and display text where its strong slabs and broad shapes can carry impact. It also works for editorial titling, book covers, and packaging that benefits from a classic, trustworthy voice. In longer passages it remains readable at moderate sizes, especially with comfortable line spacing.
The overall tone is confident and traditional, with a warm, approachable sturdiness rather than sharp formality. It evokes classic print typography—solid, dependable, and slightly nostalgic—while staying friendly enough for contemporary branding.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, print-inspired slab-serif voice with softened details for warmth and clarity. It balances strong rectangular structure with rounded counters and bracketed serifs to stay legible and personable in prominent text.
Rhythm is strong and blocky, with consistent serif treatment across the set and clear differentiation between similar characters. The glyphs maintain a uniform, grounded baseline feel, and the rounded internal shapes keep dense settings from feeling overly rigid.