Slab Rounded Absy 2 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: branding, packaging, editorial, posters, headlines, friendly, retro, approachable, bookish, folksy, soften slab, friendly readability, retro warmth, print texture, soft serifs, rounded joins, ink-trap feel, sturdy, warm.
A sturdy serif with softly squared, slab-like serifs and noticeably rounded corners throughout. Strokes are mostly monoline with gentle flare at joins, giving the forms a slightly inked, printed texture rather than a crisp geometric finish. The proportions are fairly classic with open counters and steady spacing, while small details—like curved terminals and subtly softened serifs—add a hand-touched, tactile rhythm. Numerals and caps feel solid and stable, with consistent weight and a calm, upright stance.
Well-suited for branding systems that want a friendly, heritage-leaning tone, as well as packaging and labels where a sturdy serif helps text hold up against busy backgrounds. It also works nicely for editorial headlines, pull quotes, and posters where the rounded slab details can provide personality without sacrificing readability.
The overall tone is warm and personable, balancing a traditional, bookish foundation with a light retro charm. Its rounded slab details suggest an easygoing, welcoming voice—less formal than a textbook serif, but more grounded than a playful display face.
The design appears intended to modernize a classic slab-serif structure by rounding edges and softening terminals, creating a durable text-and-display hybrid with an approachable voice. It aims for dependable legibility while adding an inviting, slightly nostalgic character through gentle, inked-looking details.
The softened corners and rounded slab serifs create a gentle silhouette that stays legible while adding character at larger sizes. The texture reads slightly “printed” in the sample text, lending a natural, analog feel without becoming distressed.