Slab Normal Mipu 2 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: body text, editorial, books, magazines, education, bookish, friendly, craft, vintage, literary, readability, warmth, everyday tone, traditional voice, text texture, bracketed, soft serif, calligraphic, organic, warm.
A lightly weighted serif with sturdy, slab-like terminals that are subtly bracketed into the stems. Strokes maintain a mostly even rhythm with gentle modulation, and many joins and terminals have a slightly flared, inked quality rather than sharp mechanical cuts. Curves are round and open, counters are generous, and the overall texture reads clean and steady in paragraphs. Uppercase proportions feel compact and workmanlike, while the lowercase shows a touch of handwriting influence in the angled ear/arms and softly shaped terminals.
It suits long-form reading such as books, essays, and magazine articles where an even, comfortable texture is important. The sturdy serif structure can also support instructional or educational material and other content that benefits from a reliable, traditional text voice. At larger sizes it can work for understated headlines or pull quotes that want warmth without overt stylization.
The tone is warm and approachable, blending a traditional book-serif familiarity with a mildly handcrafted feel. It suggests everyday practicality—clear, calm, and slightly nostalgic—without becoming decorative or theatrical. The overall impression is readable and personable, suitable for text that wants to feel human rather than clinical.
The design appears aimed at a practical, readable serif with slab-influenced footing, adding subtle softness to keep the page color friendly and inviting. Its consistent construction and restrained personality suggest it’s intended as a dependable text face with a hint of handcrafted character.
Figures appear straightforward and readable with consistent stroke weight and slabby finishes, supporting continuous reading. The sample text shows an even color across lines, with soft edges and rounded details that keep the texture from looking harsh at larger sizes.