Inline Pabu 2 is a bold, wide, very high contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, book covers, packaging, branding, art deco, theatrical, luxury, dramatic, vintage, ornamental display, engraved effect, statement branding, vintage revival, display, ornamental, high contrast, inline detail, flared serifs.
A high-contrast serif display face with sharp vertical stress and pronounced thick–thin transitions. Many strokes feature a consistent inline cut that runs through the black shapes, producing a carved, dimensional effect and occasional split-stroke joins in diagonals. Serifs are crisp and slightly flared, with narrow hairlines and weighty main stems; bowls are compact and geometric-leaning, giving a structured rhythm. The lowercase shows a relatively tall x-height and clear, upright construction, while caps feel stately and wide-set in their stance. Numerals match the dramatic contrast and inline treatment, reading as decorative figures suited to large sizes.
Best suited for headlines and short bursts of copy where the inline carving and high contrast can be appreciated—such as posters, magazine display, book covers, event identities, and premium packaging. It can also work for logo wordmarks and editorial pull quotes when set large with generous spacing.
The overall tone is glamorous and stage-ready, combining vintage sophistication with a slightly eccentric, poster-like flourish. The inline carving adds sparkle and movement, lending a premium, boutique feel that can read as both classic and intentionally stylized.
The design appears intended to deliver a classic serif silhouette with an added inline engraving effect, emphasizing drama, contrast, and decorative presence for display typography. Its consistent cut-through detailing suggests a focus on ornamental impact and a distinctive, brandable texture rather than neutral text setting.
In the text sample, the inline cuts create strong internal patterning that becomes more prominent as sizes increase; at smaller sizes the fine hairlines and interior cuts can visually compete, making the face feel best when given room and contrast. The design maintains a consistent decorative motif across caps, lowercase, and numerals, resulting in a cohesive, attention-grabbing texture.