Slab Contrasted Kami 2 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, editorial, book covers, posters, branding, classic, literary, authoritative, traditional, compact impact, editorial clarity, classic voice, strong hierarchy, slab serif, bracketed, crisp, compact, ink-trap free.
This typeface is a compact slab serif with sturdy, rectangular serifs and clearly bracketed joins. Strokes show noticeable contrast, with strong verticals and slimmer connecting strokes, producing a crisp, print-oriented texture. The proportions are tight and economical, with relatively narrow bowls and apertures that keep words compact while maintaining clarity. Details such as the single-storey “g,” the compact “a,” and the firm, squared-off terminals reinforce a structured, consistent rhythm across sizes.
Well suited to headlines, subheads, and pull quotes where a compact footprint and strong serif presence help build hierarchy. It also fits editorial design and book-cover titling, especially when a traditional, print-forward voice is desired. In branding and packaging, it can communicate heritage and seriousness while staying readable in short bursts.
The overall tone is traditional and editorial, evoking book typography, newspapers, and institutional print. Its firm slabs and controlled contrast convey authority and reliability, while the condensed color gives it an energetic, headline-ready presence without feeling decorative.
The design appears intended to deliver a robust slab-serif voice with a condensed economy, balancing strong, attention-holding serifs with enough contrast and refinement for editorial typography. It aims to provide a dependable, classic texture that remains clear at display sizes and in dense headline settings.
Capitals appear tall and commanding, with strong vertical emphasis and evenly weighted slabs that hold up well in dense settings. Numerals are straightforward and legible, matching the same compact stance and serif treatment as the letters for a cohesive typographic voice.